Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health
Abstract The use of social media significantly impacts mental health. It can enhance connection, increase self-esteem, and improve a sense of belonging. But it can also lead to tremendous stress, pressure to compare oneself to others, and increased sadness and isolation. Mindful use is essential to...
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| description | Abstract The use of social media significantly impacts mental health. It can enhance connection, increase self-esteem, and improve a sense of belonging. But it can also lead to tremendous stress, pressure to compare oneself to others, and increased sadness and isolation. Mindful use is essential to social media consumption. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-0f51a58187d54d7786e09f94135eeee82023-07-09T11:28:22ZengBMCBMC Psychology2050-72832023-07-011111210.1186/s40359-023-01243-xPros & cons: impacts of social media on mental healthÁgnes Zsila0Marc Eric S. Reyes1Institute of Psychology, Pázmány Péter Catholic UniversityDepartment of Psychology, College of Science, University of Santo TomasAbstract The use of social media significantly impacts mental health. It can enhance connection, increase self-esteem, and improve a sense of belonging. But it can also lead to tremendous stress, pressure to compare oneself to others, and increased sadness and isolation. Mindful use is essential to social media consumption.https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-023-01243-xSocial mediaMental healthImpactRisksBenefits |
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| title | Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health |
| title_full | Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health |
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| title_short | Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health |
| title_sort | pros cons impacts of social media on mental health |
| topic | Social media Mental health Impact Risks Benefits |
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