Social Media

Who is this text addressed to?

• researchers

• parents and teenagers

• counselors

Why is "lack of sleep" mentioned in the text?

• as an example of bad social media use

• because it is a common adolescent problem

• because of its negative impact on mental health

The main theme of the text is concerned with

• the people involved in social media

• the consequences of using social media

• the time people use social media

The roots of the problem lie at

• daily screen time

• technology

• the rise of social media use

The most important factor respon sible for sleep deprivation

• increased anxiety

• low melatonin levels

• the blue light emitted from screens

Which term does the writer use as a possible solution to the problem?

• unprecedented attention

• sleep deprivation

• moderation

What does the word this in the second paragraph refer to?

• time spent on a computer for homework

• social media

• time looking at a screen daily

The writer uses the expression "staying hot on the heels of social-media's popularity" to show

• People cannot avoid social media nowadays.

• It is a burning issue

• Reputation of media is a fragile thing

The writer of the passage apparently

• argues that social media will be used more in the near future.

• states that the overuse of social media is an alarming fact.

• implies that social media can be harmful

What is the writer's conclusion about the issue?

• Teenagers should limit the time they spend on social media

• Parents should take action

• We should act wisely.