Gen Zers say social media's impact on their mental health is complicated—that the platforms often spark negative emotions while also often improving their mood.

That's according to research from Talker Research and LG Electronics, which was based on data from a survey conducted in June 2024 among 2,000 Gen Zers in the United States who use social media.

An infographic (below) covers key findings from the research.

Three-quarters of respondents say they think social media has a negative impact on their mental health. At the same time, 80% of respondents say social media can have a positive impact on their mood.

Check out the infographic for more insights from the research: