Rethinking Social Media: How Thai Youth Wellness Hinges on Balanced Digital Life
A Jersey teenager’s choice to unplug from social media sparks a global conversation about teen mental health that resonates with Thai readers. Marina Jennings, who began using platforms like TikTok and Instagram at age 12, recently deleted TikTok and took a break from Instagram to protect her well-being. Her experience highlights how online life can affect anxiety and self-esteem, prompting calls for stronger online safety and youth welfare measures.
For Thailand, the issue is particularly timely. Smartphones are everyday tools, and social media often shapes how young people communicate and view themselves. In Thai culture, where community, respect, and social harmony matter greatly, digital interactions can both strengthen connections and intensify pressure to curate an ideal image. The rapid tech expansion brings these dynamics to both urban centers and rural communities across the country.