TikTok Therapy: How Gen Z's Trend Is Reshaping Mental Health
Briefly

Recent studies indicate that over 83% of mental health advice on TikTok is misleading, significantly impacting Gen Z's approach to mental health. This generation is more likely to self-diagnose based on content they consume, which often simplifies complex mental health conditions. TikTok fosters a sense of community but can trivialize serious issues, leading to misinterpretations. While the platform promotes openness about mental health, the content often lacks the nuance needed for proper understanding, potentially delaying professional help as users adopt inappropriate self-diagnosis practices.
The rise of "therapy culture" on TikTok has normalized yet oversimplified serious mental health discussions.
TikTok's design encourages users to seek validation, reinforcing self-diagnosis behaviors among its Gen Z audience.
Read at Psychology Today
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