"Social Media Use Linked to Increased Nightmares and Mental Health Issues"

A study by Flinders University found that using social media before bed can increase the likelihood of having distressing nightmares. The research, involving 595 Iranian adults, linked frequent social media use to nightmares centered around themes like helplessness and cyberbullying. The study suggests that the stress and anxiety from maintaining an online presence can disrupt sleep quality. Researchers recommend keeping phones out of the bedroom to reduce these negative effects.