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Feeling anxious or just watched a reel about #anxiety? Educator warns teens are over-diagnosing self with TikTok-ified mental illnesses

Experts warn that teenagers may be overdiagnosing themselves with mental health conditions after constant exposure to labels and symptom checklists on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. A report from The Sun highlights concerns that normal emotions are increasingly being mistaken for disorders, leading to unnecessary anxiety and medication. Psychologists note that excessive scrolling and digital overstimulation can mimic symptoms of anxiety and depression, blurring boundaries between real illness and everyday stress.