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.
Dubai announces temporary suspension of flights
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has announced early on Monday that all flights at Dubai International Airport will be temporarily suspended.
Dubai temporarily closes routes at airport
Dubai Police has announced early on Monday that routes on the airport road and tunnel have been temporarily closed, with motorists advised to use alternative roads.
Fire contained in drone incident near Dubai Airport
Dubai Civil Defence teams have successfully contained a fire caused by an impact on one of the fuel tanks near Dubai International Airport early on Monday.
UAE President and Saudi Crown Prince discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a phone call from Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, to discuss escalating military developments in the region.
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