Which of the following statements accurately describes how social media affects adolescents' moods?

A. Adolescents who care little about popularity are likely to experience fear of missing out (FOMO).
B. When adolescents get feedback on social media, their moods are usually worse.
C. When adolescents find support, they feel better; when they get negative feedback, they feel worse.
D. Frequent messaging with close friends can lead to feelings of depression.


Answer: C

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