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Mar 6, 2024 · Background Excessive or inappropriate use of social media has been linked to disruptions in regular work, well-being, mental health, and overall reduction of quality of life. However, a limited number of studies documenting the impact of social media on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) are available globally. Aim This study aimed to explore the perceived social media needs and their ...
- Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health
Overall, findings regarding the impact of social media on...
- Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health
Grounded on the above literature, this study proposes the following hypotheses: H1a: Social media use is positively associated with bonding social capital. H1b: Bonding social capital is positively associated with psychological well-being. H2a: Social media use is positively associated with bridging social capital.
Abstract. Social media is profoundly changing the way many people interact, and there are growing concerns that social media use is negatively affecting individual’s mental health. This chapter will review research which has correlated social media use to measures relating to depression, self-esteem, anxiety, and loneliness.
Jul 6, 2023 · Overall, findings regarding the impact of social media on mental health pointed out some essential resources for psychological well-being through rewarding online social interactions. However, there is a need to raise awareness about the possible risks associated with excessive use, which can negatively affect mental health and everyday functioning [ 9 ].
Nov 19, 2019 · Yet a growing body of research suggests that social media use is negatively associated with health-related outcomes. Although the relationship between social media use and health, particularly mental health, could be bidirectional, most studies in public health focus on the impact of social media use on health-related outcomes.
- Mesfin A. Bekalu, Rachel F. McCloud, K. Viswanath
- 2019
Apr 20, 2020 · Social media has become a prominent fixture in the lives of many individuals facing the challenges of mental illness. Social media refers broadly to web and mobile platforms that allow individuals to connect with others within a virtual network (such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, or LinkedIn), where they can share, co-create, or exchange various forms of digital content, including ...
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Sep 26, 2023 · Here we review how social isolation and loneliness fit within the larger framework of social connection; the evidence of plausible mechanisms linking social connection and health, including how each may be directly or indirectly related to other lifestyle-related activities across the life course; the changing landscape of digital technology and the impact this has on social lifestyles; and ...
