Srinagar, Mar 8, March 9 -- A recent study has revealed that nearly 45 percent of students in Kashmir are experiencing mental health issues linked to excessive use of social media, raising concerns among educators, parents, and health experts about the growing psychological impact of digital platforms on young minds. The study, conducted among school and college students across different parts of the Kashmir Valley, highlights rising levels of anxiety, stress, sleep disturbances, and low self-esteem associated with prolonged exposure to social media. Researchers noted that many students spend several hours daily on platforms such as messaging apps, video-sharing services, and social networking sites, often at the cost of academic focus an...