Study says Facebook is turning young people into narcissists
According to research from a University of California Dominguez Hills professor, teens who use Facebook are likelier to show signs of psychological disorders.
Dr. Larry D. Rosen, professor of psychology at California State University Dominguez Hills, has published a study exploring the impact of social networks on kids. As you might imagine, it’s a huge downer.
According to ScienceDaily.com, Rosen presented his paper at the American Psychological Association’s annual conference, where he detailed the following adverse effects of Facebook:
• Teens who use Facebook show narcissistic tendencies more often than non-users, while young adults who have a strong Facebook presence show more signs of other psychological disorders, including antisocial behavior, mania, and aggressive tendencies.
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