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Yes—social media addiction is a real and serious issue. A 2023 study in the UK revealed that nearly half (48%) of social media users aged 16 to 18 felt addicted to their platforms.
One of the challenges with this condition is that the signs aren’t always obvious, making it easy for people to dismiss or overlook the problem.
When someone becomes consumed with what’s happening online or overly concerned about how they are perceived on social media, it inevitably begins to affect their daily life. Constant comparisons with others can fuel insecurity, anxiety, and even depression.
Over time, social media addiction may lead to neglected responsibilities and an increased focus on maintaining an online persona—sometimes at the expense of real-life well-being.
Social media addiction can look different for everyone. Recognizing the signs and symptoms is an important step in knowing when it may be time to seek help.
Spending Excessive Time Online
Addiction goes beyond casually checking for updates. It often involves spending far more time on social media than intended, feeling restless when unable to check notifications, or losing track of time entirely while scrolling. Hours may pass unnoticed as you become absorbed in the online world.
Neglecting Daily Responsibilities
When social media use takes priority over real-life responsibilities, it can interfere with work, school, or personal commitments. Some people may stay up late scrolling, leading to fatigue, missed deadlines, or forgotten obligations the following day.
Craving Constant Validation
For many, the psychological impact comes in the form of seeking validation. Compulsively checking for likes, comments, or shares can become a daily routine. When the expected feedback doesn’t come, feelings of disappointment, inadequacy, or low self-worth may arise, pushing people to curate an online persona aimed at gaining attention.
Physical Effects
Excessive use can also take a physical toll. Blue light exposure from screens may cause eye strain or headaches, while late-night scrolling often leads to poor sleep quality and sleep deprivation. Over time, this can reduce productivity, concentration, and the ability to retain new information.
During treatment for social media addiction at Satori Recovery, here’s what your treatment plan with us looks like.
Individual therapy consists of one-on-one talk therapies with a licensed therapist. These therapies will help you get to the root of your addiction and discover what’s causing your problems surrounding alcohol.
One example of individual therapy that may be used during treatment is cognitive-behavioural therapy. It’s a goal-oriented type of therapy that helps you reframe your thoughts and behaviours so that you can manage the symptoms of social media addiction.
Group therapy is when you receive psychotherapy in a group setting. During group therapy, a therapist will guide sessions to ensure the session is productive and stays on track.
Group therapy offers several benefits beyond receiving treatment in a group setting. It’s also a way to receive peer support in a safe environment. Hearing the stories of other people can help reduce the feelings of isolation that are typically present when you’re going through addiction.
Holistic therapies aim to complement traditional therapies so that you have a more well-rounded recovery experience. These therapies may include yoga, mindfulness, art therapy, and more.
These are seamlessly integrated into your programme for a deeper level of healing. Engaging in holistic therapies also helps you rediscover passions and develop interests outside of addiction.
Aftercare is always important after going through inpatient treatment. After leaving a rehab centre, you’ll be constantly exposed to triggers that can lead to relapse. Maintaining what you have started is an important part of what needs to happen after primary treatment.
Aftercare plans provide continued therapy so you’ll know how to face challenges outside of rehab properly.