1. Time spent on social media per day:

 

• Less than 1 hour: 13.6%
• 1–2 hours: 13.6%
• 3–4 hours: 13.6%
• 5+ hours: 35.3%
• Observation: A significant portion (over a third) spends 5+ hours daily, showing heavy usage among respondents.

 

 

2. Most used social media apps:

 

• TikTok: 47.1%
• Instagram: 29.4%
• YouTube: 11.8%
• Snapchat: 5.9%
• Facebook: 5.9%
• Observation: TikTok dominates, followed by Instagram, reflecting current trends among younger users.

 

 

3. Comparing oneself to others:

 

• Often: 17.6%
• Sometimes: 35.3%
• Rarely: 29.4%
• Observation: Most people compare themselves at least sometimes, which can influence self-esteem.

 

 

4. Social media affecting feelings:

 

• Yes: 56.2%
• No: 25%
• Sometimes: 18.8%
• Observation: Over half feel negative effects at times, showing that social media can impact mental health.

 

 

5. Editing photos or using filters:

 

• Always: 23.5%
• Sometimes: 35.3%
• Rarely: 23.5%
• Never: 5.9%
• Don’t post: 11.8%
• Observation: Many users modify their photos regularly, suggesting pressure to present themselves a certain way.

 

 

6. Pressure to look perfect online:

 

• Yes: 50%
• No: 25%
• Sometimes: 25%
• Observation: Half of respondents feel pressure to appear perfect, reinforcing the influence of social comparison.

 

 

7. Checking likes/views:

 

• Very often: 29.4%
• A few times: 23.5%
• Once: 17.6%
• Don’t care: 11.8%
• Don’t post: 17.6%
• Observation: Many monitor engagement, which can tie into stress or self-worth.

 

 

8. Deleting posts due to low likes:

 

• Yes: 52.9%
• No: 29.4%
• Sometimes: 13.6%
• Observation: Over half have deleted posts, showing social media’s effect on confidence.

 

 

9. Overall effect—more stressed or connected:

 

• More stressed: 11.8%
• More connected: 35.3%
• Both: 29.4%
• Neither: 23.5%
• Observation: Social media can be both positive and negative; more feel connected than stressed, but many experience both.

 

10:  Teens reported a wide range of effects from social media: some said it helped them relax, feel connected, or see things from new perspectives, while others felt pressure, comparison, or negative impacts on self-esteem and relationships. Many noted that social media can be both good and bad comforting when people are genuine, but stressful when it creates unrealistic expectations or comparisons.

 

 

Summary

• Social media has a strong presence in daily life; a significant portion of respondents spend 5+ hours per day online.
• TikTok and Instagram are the most dominant platforms.
• Comparison with others and pressure to appear perfect are common experiences.
• While social media can relieve stress and connect people, it also contributes to mental health challenges like anxiety, self-doubt, and relationship pressures.
• Responses show a spectrum—from enjoying social media to feeling negatively impacted—highlighting that its effects vary widely.

 

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