Social Media Addiction: Mechanisms Well-Researched, But What's Next?

An opinion piece from Süddeutsche Zeitung examines the psychological mechanisms that make users addicted to social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. It notes that these mechanisms are well researched, yet raises the question of what consequences should follow from this knowledge. The article highlights the manipulative design behind these platforms and the need to address the implications for users and society, but stops short of offering concrete solutions.