THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON MENTAL HEALTH
Keywords:
Key words: Mental health, Support networks, Social media, Cyberbullying, online and offline, FOMO, WHOAbstract
Abstract: This article examines the complex relationship between social media
and mental health, highlighting both its positive and negative impacts. Social media
facilitates community building, provides access to valuable mental health resources,
raises awareness, and offers creative outlets, contributing to enhanced connections and
reduced feelings of loneliness.
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