Why Teenagers Are 'Relieved' About the Social Media Ban.

Social media isn’t neutral; it’s forming your teen’s identity, attention, and faith faster than you think.

Teenagers aren’t just “on their phones,” they’re being shaped by them. Youth minister Dave Chiswell unpacks how social media accelerates identity formation, drives comparison and anxiety, and makes faith feel harder in a world of constant noise. Plus: practical ways parents can build trust, start better conversations, and reclaim real-life community.