India, Aug. 28 -- Endless comparison, chasing likes, and curated feeds are fueling stress and self-doubt, making adolescence even more challenging. Social media has become a major source of anxiety for teenagers. While it can connect them with others, it also creates a constant sense of pressure and comparison, which deeply affects their mental health. (Also read: Therapist says these 5 everyday habits could secretly damage your mental health: 'It destroys your attention span' )

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Christie Saju, psychologist at LISSUN, shared, "Teenagers are at a crucial stage of developing their identity, and social media platforms often present a skewed version of reality. They see a highlight reel of their friends' liv...