In recent years, the usage of social media has grown exponentially in the adolescent population. However, according to various research data, social media offers both advantages and detrimental effects on the health of an adolescent. Thus, this article reviews various consequences that social media can have on the life of an adolescent.

Social media is defined as communication in the electronic form that provides a space for social engagement and interaction by consuming or creating content. In today’s world, the online activities of teenagers fall into distinct groups which include: communication (texting, messaging) photograph documentation video calls and chats pinboards, and gaming These communication modes often seem to be harmless, however, teens need to be a ware of the people on the other end of social media interaction which could possibly lead to privacy concerns and…