March 2017 PMID 28332625

Brain anatomy alterations associated with Social Networking Site (SNS) addiction.

Qinghua He, Ofir Turel, Antoine Bechara

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The overall tone shows strong interest and a reasonable level of engagement, as evidenced by users referencing brain anatomy and addiction behavior, with phrases like 'brain regions' and 'implications' indicating thoughtful consideration of the research's significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that SNS addiction shares similarities with other addictions, aligning with the publication's findings.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high curiosity and engagement with the research, including references to brain regions and implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is active participation, with some posters discussing specific brain parts and implications, indicating moderate depth.

ImpactModerate impact

The exchanges suggest that the discussion has some influence, with users debating or commenting on the significance of the findings.

Abstract in brief

  • The study uses brain imaging to find that people addicted to social networking sites (SNS) have a smaller amygdala, indicating a more efficient impulsive brain system, similar to other addiction types like gambling or substance abuse.
  • Unlike other addictions that involve damage or reduction in the anterior mid cingulate cortex (involved in impulse control), SNS addiction shows this brain region remains healthy and might even be linked to higher levels of addiction.
  • Overall, the research suggests that SNS addiction shares some brain structure features with other addictions but also has unique differences, especially regarding regions involved in impulse control and emotional processing.]

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RT @KiolMil3050: إدمان السوشيال ميديا يغيّر تركيب الدماغ، فيضعف التحكم بالمشاعر والتركيز، ويجعل الشخص أكثر قلقًا وتشتتا، تمامًا كما يحدث في…

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@chindas61 · X

@maps_black @felipeclemente_ Vos no solo que tenes el triple si no que seguro usas instagram, tiktok, etc. Directamente te funciona mal la cabeza. Sos el menos indicado para andar diciendo 'cerebro frito' Brain anatomy alterations associated with Social Networking Site SNS addiction https://t.co/ZM7zsS9riA https://t.co/YxV7gcqJBr

Oct 23, 2025 · 1 like · 67 followers View post →
Mil Kio
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RT @KiolMil3050: إدمان السوشيال ميديا يغيّر تركيب الدماغ، فيضعف التحكم بالمشاعر والتركيز، ويجعل الشخص أكثر قلقًا وتشتتا، تمامًا كما يحدث في…

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Mil Kio
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إدمان السوشيال ميديا يغيّر تركيب الدماغ، فيضعف التحكم بالمشاعر والتركيز، ويجعل الشخص أكثر قلقًا وتشتتا، تمامًا كما يحدث في إدمان المخدرات.https://t.co/o9E9lS6YKC https://t.co/92I40rzh4a

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