A new review published in BMC Psychiatry explores the impact of social media on mental health, emphasizing its effects on psychiatric disorders. It suggests that the lack of non-verbal cues in virtual interactions may aggravate symptoms in individuals with conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The review compiles data from 155 studies, highlighting that individuals with psychiatric disorders are more likely to engage heavily on social media, often leading to increased delusional thoughts and problematic behaviors. This raises important concerns about the implications of online interactions for vulnerable populations.
Social media allows people to interact without the non-verbal cues that occur in face-to-face interactions.
Researchers believe missing these cues can aggravate the symptoms of psychiatric disorders.
Their data finds social media use aggravates psychiatric disorders that involve delusional thinking.
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