Social Media Fuels Detachment From Reality, Mental Health Consultant Warns

Dr Ahmed Haroun, a consultant in psychiatry and family relations, has warned of serious psychological and social risks associated with social media use.

Haroun described social media as a “major illusion,” arguing that it pushes users toward detachment from reality.

His warning focused on both mental well-being and social life, framing the effects of social media as a concern that extends beyond the individual user.

The remarks put the relationship between online engagement and real-world connection at the centre of his concerns about social media.