
Likes and Lows 2026: Social Media, Self-Esteem, and Education
Likes and Lows 2026 reveals how social media, cyberbullying, and online comparisons impact self-esteem and wellbeing.
A roundup of our latest updates, activities, and announcements.

Likes and Lows 2026 reveals how social media, cyberbullying, and online comparisons impact self-esteem and wellbeing.

Digital Wellbeing 2026 offers valuable insights into our relationship with social media, AI, and automated algorithms.

We are proud to mark Stop Cyberbullying Day 2026 by announcing a series of events happening around the world.

Cybersmile's Stop the Forced Feed marks a milestone moment as user agency enters the mainstream, and control over algorithmic systems begins to be rebalanced.

Joint research and evidence-informed resources will be created to help people deal with cyberbullying and support their self-esteem.

The fully evidenced Theory of Change clearly maps out how and why our work leads to behavioral, cultural, and systemic change.

The groundbreaking partnership will offer access to mental health support when and where it is needed most.

The findings related to bystander experiences of bias-based harassment were presented by academics from University at Buffalo, SUNY.

The ITU case study examines how Cybersmile's evidence-based strategies promote online safety and mental health awareness.

Professor of Communication in Mental Health Dr Michelle O'Reilly explores the impact of social media on young people's mental health.

Behavioural scientist Charlotte Walton explains how social media algorithms shape our reality.

Cybersmile advisor Dr. Stephanie Fredrick shares her advice for educators to help children develop healthy relationships with social media and technology.

Research linking social media to body image concerns shows that beauty pressures can begin at a young age, often leading to anxiety and unrealistic beauty standards.

Clegg's departure will see Joel Kaplan, a former Republican White House deputy chief of staff, step into the position.

New research findings reveal the significant impact of online bullying on young girls mental and physical health.

The study's findings highlight the growing complexity of bullying and violence among youth.

A surge in the development of ChatGPT and generative AI chatbots has prompted child safety concerns.

The study of 10,000 children also found that young people who bullied others had similar symptoms.

Meta's decision to implement teen accounts marks a significant step toward addressing concerns about youth safety on social media.

𝕏 CEO Linda Yaccarino has previously spoken in favor of the KOSA, contrasting the stance of most other major tech companies.

The results of a newly announced government study are expected to guide the next steps in the implementation of the Online Safety Act.