April 2020 PMID 31989847

Social media and adolescent mental health: the good, the bad and the ugly.

Michelle O'Reilly

Mentions

14
Peak: 2 in Nov 2022
across 4 sources since Feb 2021

Extended reach

154,793
potential audience

Total likes

7

Video views

365

Mentions per month

Feb 2021 – Apr 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter8 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Facebook2 posts
  • Blogs2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect strong interest and engagement, referencing the article's focus on social media's complex effects on adolescent mental health, with mentions of its potential dangers, applications for risk assessment, and methodological debates, using enthusiastic and analytical language to emphasize its importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the article's relevance, with some expressing agreement on social media's impact on teen mental health, especially highlighting its dangers and benefits.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest, referencing specific studies, experiments, and the article's content, showing active curiosity and engagement.

EngagementHigh engagement

Multiple discussions delve into methodological aspects and implications, indicating a deep level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While there's recognition of social media's significant influence, some skepticism about study validity slightly lowers the overall impact perception.

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Teen Lifestyle Medicine
@TeenLM_Juna · X

https://t.co/Nev2OG6Ep4 #researchWednesday ! There's no doubt that social media is one of the greatest dangers to a teen's mental health. On that note, check out this article on how social media can be used by mental health professionals when risk-assessing teens. https://t.co/lCZxQcWgOX

Nov 30, 2022 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 157 followers View post →
Quinn Whiton
@26whitonQ · X

I found this article about a qualitative research study about social media usage and it’s “good, bad and ugly” outcomes. I found this study to be very interesting as social media is a big part of our generation and everyday lives. https://t.co/H4AWacezZ4 #301Wigton22

Aug 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 199 followers View post →
Amanda Chu
@AmandaC0107 · X

A little reminder of the effects of social media on mental health through a lab experiment. The study's internal validity might be questionable given the study's setting and confounding variables unaccounted for. #ieMethods https://t.co/uc89w3Q9aN

Mar 27, 2022 · 2 likes · 19 followers View post →
Beth Frates MD
@BethFratesMD · X

RT @TeenLM_Juna: https://t.co/Nev2OG6Ep4 #researchWednesday ! There's no doubt that social media is one of the greatest dangers to a teen'…

Nov 30, 2022 · 2 shares · 153,867 followers View post →
Brian Thomasen, C&A PMHNP-BC
@BrianBParenting · X

The Good, the bad and the Ugly. Thank you @NIMHgov @NIH https://t.co/7rAXcBdXGy

Jun 14, 2022 · 141 followers View post →
MyAlvie. Your Digital Wellbeing Friend
@my_alvie · X

Social media and adolescent mental health: the good, the bad and the ugly https://t.co/1sdqx4wvpf

Feb 9, 2021 · 24 followers View post →

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Z Healthy Me
@zhealthyme · X

RT @TeenLM_Juna: https://t.co/Nev2OG6Ep4 #researchWednesday ! There's no doubt that social media is one of the greatest dangers to a teen'…

Dec 1, 2022 · 2 shares · 10 followers View post →
Beth Frates MD
@BethFratesMD · X

RT @TeenLM_Juna: https://t.co/Nev2OG6Ep4 #researchWednesday ! There's no doubt that social media is one of the greatest dangers to a teen'…

Nov 30, 2022 · 2 shares · 153,867 followers View post →
Teen Lifestyle Medicine
@TeenLM_Juna · X

https://t.co/Nev2OG6Ep4 #researchWednesday ! There's no doubt that social media is one of the greatest dangers to a teen's mental health. On that note, check out this article on how social media can be used by mental health professionals when risk-assessing teens. https://t.co/lCZxQcWgOX

Nov 30, 2022 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 157 followers View post →
Quinn Whiton
@26whitonQ · X

I found this article about a qualitative research study about social media usage and it’s “good, bad and ugly” outcomes. I found this study to be very interesting as social media is a big part of our generation and everyday lives. https://t.co/H4AWacezZ4 #301Wigton22

Aug 30, 2022 · 2 likes · 199 followers View post →
Brian Thomasen, C&A PMHNP-BC
@BrianBParenting · X

The Good, the bad and the Ugly. Thank you @NIMHgov @NIH https://t.co/7rAXcBdXGy

Jun 14, 2022 · 141 followers View post →
Amanda Chu
@AmandaC0107 · X

A little reminder of the effects of social media on mental health through a lab experiment. The study's internal validity might be questionable given the study's setting and confounding variables unaccounted for. #ieMethods https://t.co/uc89w3Q9aN

Mar 27, 2022 · 2 likes · 19 followers View post →
Brandon
@Brandon04819975 · X

O’Reilly, M. (2020). Social media and adolescent mental health: the good, the bad and the ugly. Journal of Mental Health, 29(2), 200–206. https://t.co/XfQtOXvkOI

Feb 25, 2022 View post →
MyAlvie. Your Digital Wellbeing Friend
@my_alvie · X

Social media and adolescent mental health: the good, the bad and the ugly https://t.co/1sdqx4wvpf

Feb 9, 2021 · 24 followers View post →