Scroll, Sleep, Repeat: Teens, Social Media, and Mental Health

Every night, millions of teenagers lie in bed—eyes wide open, thumb scrolling, mind racing. They're not lazy. They're not "addicted." They're caught in a cycle no one taught them how to escape: Scroll. Sleep (or don't). Repeat. Backed by the latest open-access research from PubMed, CDC, and global public health bodies, Scroll, Sleep, Repeat is a compassionate, practical guide for parents, caregivers, educators, and teens themselves. This is not a fear-based warning about "screen time." It's a science-backed toolkit to help families navigate social media, protect sleep, and support mental well-being—without shame, panic, or power struggles. Inside, you'll learn: Why social media disrupts teen sleep more than video games or TV (and what to do about it) How to set digital boundaries that stick—without becoming the "phone police" Simple, evidence-based sleep hygiene routines that actually work for teens How to start calm, curious conversations (not lectures) about likes, FOMO, and online drama What "problematic use" really looks like—and when it's just normal teen behavior School-based strategies to reduce digital stress during the day Written in clear, warm, jargon-free English by the author of The Silence After and Wired Differently, this book meets you where you are—with honesty, hope, and zero judgment. Because your teen doesn't need perfection. They need presence. And you've already taken the first step. Educational only. Not a substitute for professional care.