Dhaka, July 27 -- Too much digital engagement of Bangladeshi young generation is increasingly becoming a double-edged sword, fueling addiction, anxiety and a decline in real-life social and academic performance alongside rising mental health challenges.

In today's hyper-connected world, social media has become a powerful tool for communication, creativity, and information sharing. But, for the young generation in Bangladesh, reports UNB.With over 45 million active social media users in Bangladesh, most of them under the age of 30, platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have deeply infiltrated youth culture.

But psychologists warn that excessive and unsupervised usage is contributing to rising mental health issues, espec...