October 2023 PMID 37904182

Social media usage and students' social anxiety, loneliness and well-being: does digital mindfulness-based intervention effectively work?

Li Sun

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Peak: 2 in Nov 2023

across 5 sources since Nov 2023

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28,087

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23,193

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Nov 2023 – May 2025

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What people are saying

The discussions show a generally positive view toward mindfulness apps, with posts using words like 'may help' and hashtags related to anxiety relief, demonstrating interest and moderate engagement. The tone is optimistic but somewhat surface-level, reflecting awareness of the benefits without deep critical analysis.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that mindfulness apps are beneficial, as seen in supportive phrases like 'may help with anxiety' and positive hashtags emphasizing relief and support.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity and relevance, with references to mental health issues and social anxiety, indicating strong student engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Discussions include brief but focused endorsements and hashtags that suggest an active interest, but lack in-depth analysis or detailed criticism.

ImpactModerate impact

The social discussions reflect awareness and mild enthusiasm about the potential benefits of mindfulness apps, hinting at their influence but without profound concern or debate.

Abstract in brief

The research explores how digital mindfulness-based mobile apps can help university students manage social anxiety, loneliness, and overall wellbeing, showing promising results in reducing anxiety and improving mental health.
It involves a comprehensive study with different methods, including surveys, experiments, and interviews, revealing a significant link between social media use and mental health variables, and emphasizing the positive perceptions students have towards these apps.
The findings suggest that mindfulness-based apps could be effective tools in digital mental health interventions, offering both theoretical insights and practical benefits for enhancing student wellbeing.

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Social Media Use and Perceived Social Isolation Among Young Adults in the US

This study highlights that increased social media use among young adults correlates with higher perceived social isolation, emphasizing the need for mindful digital engagement and further research into causality.

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RT @AnAlexGomez: Mindfulness apps may help with anxiety #anxiety #anxietypath #anxietyrelief #depression #PSYCHOLOVE #PsychologicalSupport…

Nov 3, 2023 · 1 share · 165 followers View post →

Ana Gomez

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Mindfulness apps may help with anxiety #anxiety #anxietypath #anxietyrelief #depression #PSYCHOLOVE #PsychologicalSupport #psychological #introvert #introversion https://t.co/12tZngxVza

Nov 3, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 361 followers View post →