India, March 17 -- Imagine scrolling through Instagram and seeing flawless selfies, luxury vacations, and picture-perfect lives. It all looks so effortless but here's the dark truth. New research shows that social media isn't just changing how we communicate; it's warping reality and fueling dangerous delusions, especially for vulnerable users. (Also read: Missing old friends? Study shows how you can actually stay connected for years )

A study, fittingly titled 'I tweet, therefore I am,' uncovered a disturbing reality: the psychological disorders most strongly associated with heavy social media use all involve delusions. Think narcissism (believing one is superior), body dysmorphia (obsessing over imagined flaws), anorexia (seeing an ove...