Medicine and Health
Health Benefits of Social Media Use in Adolescents and Young Adults
J. M. Nagata, O. Huang, et al.
Although often framed negatively, social media can foster social connection, identity development, mental health support, and access to health information. This review — conducted by Jason M. Nagata, Oliver Huang, Jacqueline O. Hur, Elizabeth J. Li, Christiane K. Helmer, Emily Weinstein, and Megan A. Moreno — highlights these positive health aspects and offers clinician guidance, urging open-ended conversations and use of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ 5 Cs and the family media plan.
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