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Pros & cons: impacts of social media on mental health

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 me...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Zsila, Ágnes, Reyes, Marc Eric S.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: BioMed Central 2023
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10327389/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/37415227
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s40359-023-01243-x
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Sumario: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.