HI SR125

Designates the second week of May as Social Media Break Week in Hawaii to promote mental health awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Encourages Hawaii residents to take a break from social media during this week and prioritize mental health.

Cites research showing adolescents using seven or more hours of screen time daily are twice as likely to develop depression and anxiety compared to one-hour daily users.

References studies linking social media use to bullying, body dysmorphia, poor sleep habits, and increased mental health conditions.

Requests the Department of Health continue raising awareness about social media's detrimental effects on mental health and promote Social Media Break Week.