Impact of Social Media on Depression and Anxiety among Qassim Population in Saudi Arabia: A Gender- and Age-Wise Comprehensive Analysis

With the rapid growth of social media platforms, concerns have arisen regarding their impact on mental health. This study aimed to examine the influence of social media on depression and anxiety levels among the Qassim population in Saudi Arabia, taking into consideration the role of gender and age. This study applied a cross-sectional design, gathering data from a diverse sample. A standardized survey instrument was utilized to measure participants’ social media usage patterns, levels of depression, and anxiety symptoms. Moreover, demographic information, including gender and age, was collected to investigate potential differences across these variables. Out of 574 participants, the 92.3