Nearly 70 per cent of UAE students use social media for five hours or more every day.
The figure was revealed by researchers at the Canadian University Dubai.
The study also found that social media can be a factor in mental health disorders.
The researchers behind the study have emphasized the importance of limiting usage especially for younger kids.
UAE intercepts 13 ballistic missiles and 27 drones on Wednesday
UAE air defences intercepted 13 ballistic missiles and 27 drones on Wednesday, a statement from the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
More relief aid enters Gaza under UAE's 'Humaid Air Bridge'
More humanitarian aid under the 'Humaid Air Bridge' has arrived in the Gaza Strip as part of the UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
Dubai confirms successful air interceptions on Wednesday
Dubai authorities confirmed on Wednesday that all air interceptions were carried out successfully without any injuries.
UAE, Ethiopia discuss regional tensions and developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has regional developments and its serious repercussions on security and stability with Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed on Wednesday.
UAE air defences intercepted 13 ballistic missiles and 27 drones on Wednesday, a statement from the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
More humanitarian aid under the 'Humaid Air Bridge' has arrived in the Gaza Strip as part of the UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
Dubai authorities confirmed on Wednesday that all air interceptions were carried out successfully without any injuries.
