Social Media 'Oversharing' Linked to Mental Health Issues in Spain

A new report highlights the link between excessive social media use and mental health problems in Spain. The study reveals that oversharing, defined as the uncontrolled sharing of personal aspects on social media, correlates with anxiety, depression, and aggressive behaviors. Spaniards spend an average of six hours daily on their phones, with four hours dedicated to social media. Individuals with lower emotional management skills are particularly vulnerable to social media addiction, with one-third of oversharing cases linked to an inability to control emotions, leading to feelings of nervousness, aggression, depression, and anger. Experts recommend managing screen time, especially for adolescents, prioritizing face-to-face interactions, and teaching young people to protect their personal information to mitigate the negative impacts of oversharing.