Teen social media use under the microscope: new study tracks emotional toll
NCT ID NCT07278752
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 100 teens aged 13-18 who are already enrolled in a depression registry. For 30 days, they report their feelings and social media use twice daily via a phone app, then complete monthly surveys for 6 months. The goal is to understand how social media relates to depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal how social media impacts teen depression and suicide risk, guiding future prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study with only 100 participants, so findings may not apply to all teens. It does not test a treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, 75235, United States
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