Time trends in self-reported depressive symptoms, prescription of antidepressants, sedatives and hypnotics and the emergence of social media among Norwegian adolescents.

Lars Lien Tore BonsaksenTonje Holte SteaAnnette Løvheim KleppangAnne Mari SteigenMarja Leonhardt

Published in: PloS one (2023)

A significant upward trend in self-reported depressive symptoms and medication use was observed over the past 25 years, with variations in the rate of increase, including a steeper trajectory during certain periods immediately after the introduction of social media platforms in Norway.

Keyphrases

social media
depressive symptoms
social support
health information
young adults
sleep quality
physical activity
major depressive disorder