1. Ignore the social media doomsayers

We are constantly told that, while in theory, it should be a fun thing, social media is in actuality making us sad. But is this true? Well, scientists aren't actually sure.

It wasn't that long ago that we were told constantly that playing video games causes people to commit violent acts. Now, many years on from that we know for certain that there is no link between games and violent tendencies.

While that was the panic of the time, social media is the new panic worrying people. That fear, paired with data not being passed on from the social media companies themselves means we're in a bit of a unsure place in terms of whether there is a link between social media and sadness.

Right now, the best advice is to judge for yourself how social media makes you feel. If you feel good when and after using it, then keep on going. If it brings you down, taking a break from it can be a good way forward.