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June 2024 PMID 38727074

From "online brains" to "online lives": understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions.

Joseph Firth, John Torous, José Francisco López-Gil, Jake Linardon, Alyssa Milton, Jeffrey Lambert, Lee Smith, Ivan Jarić, Hannah Fabian, Davy Vancampfort, Henry Onyeaka, Felipe B Schuch, Josh A Firth

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Peak: 56 in May 2024
across 4 sources since May 2024

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May 2024 – Mar 2025

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What people are saying

Several discussions highlight the complexity of the study, referencing specific terms such as 'individualized impacts' and mentioning the need for tailored guidelines. Phrases like 'influence mental health & cognition' and 'quality over quantity for screentime' suggest a strong recognition of the nuanced relationship between internet usage and psychological well-being, contributing to an overall positive tone and engagement with the content.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show a favorable view of the publication, recognizing its relevance to current conversations about mental health and internet usage.

InterestHigh interest

There is evident curiosity surrounding the study, as many posts express excitement about its implications for understanding online behavior.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts share brief acknowledgments, others delve into specific findings or implications, indicating a moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

Participants perceive the study as having significant implications for fields like mental health, suggesting that it could influence future research and public awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • The paper reviews how Internet use impacts cognitive, psychological, and social dimensions, building on a 2019 study while incorporating recent research findings.
  • The study highlights that the effects of Internet usage vary depending on factors like age, gender, and specific usage patterns, emphasizing the importance of individual experiences.
  • It also discusses emerging technologies such as AI, virtual reality, and the need for tailored guidelines to enhance the benefits and mitigate the downsides of online interactions.
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Joseph Firth
@JosephFirthUoM · X

How do our "Online Lives" influence mental health & cognition? Our new article in World Psychiatry aggregates evidence from RCTs, epidemiology, neuroscience & qualitative studies to examine the multi-faceted impact of online lives: https://t.co/3fKIwslnDZ https://t.co/xJpkOc5cQ5

May 13, 2024 · 72 likes · 22 shares · 5,882 followers View post →
afcp
@afcp_01 · X

インターネット使用が人々に与える広範な影響についての大規模なレビュー。 今更という感じではあるがようやく読めた。この領域に関心のある方にはお勧め、かな。 掲載は World Psychiatry 。 https://t.co/AOtm0Qx7lr

Jan 6, 2025 · 36 likes · 5 shares · 35,951 followers View post →
Dr. López-Gil
@JFLopezGil · X

Just published

May 13, 2024 · 34 likes · 10 shares · 1,005 followers View post →
Josh Firth
@JoshAFirth · X

Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

May 14, 2024 · 26 likes · 15 shares · 4,082 followers View post →
Prof Lee Smith
@ActiveBuildings · X

Our study published in World Psychiatry and titled "From “online brains” to “online lives” understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions" is online @DavyVancampfort @PhysMentManc @JFLopezGil https://t.co/dFdCWtsHB9

May 11, 2024 · 12 likes · 3 shares · 1,441 followers View post →
Seth Jenny
@DrSethJenny · X

New citation of our #esports research: From “online brains” to “online lives”: Understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions #socialmedia #wellbeing #addiction #internet Full text: https://t.co/f8vGHkaJyh https://t.co/ajsraWj3US

May 27, 2024 · 7 likes · 1 share · 1,643 followers View post →

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@tanzatanza123 · X

RT @afcp_01: インターネット使用が人々に与える広範な影響についての大規模なレビュー。 今更という感じではあるがようやく読めた。この領域に関心のある方にはお勧め、かな。 掲載は World Psychiatry 。 https://t.co/AOtm0Qx7lr

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afcp
@afcp_01 · X

インターネット使用が人々に与える広範な影響についての大規模なレビュー。 今更という感じではあるがようやく読めた。この領域に関心のある方にはお勧め、かな。 掲載は World Psychiatry 。 https://t.co/AOtm0Qx7lr

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Cathleen
@Cathleen201 · X

RT @JoshAFirth: Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

Aug 24, 2024 · 15 shares · 893 followers View post →
Cathleen
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RT @JosephFirthUoM: How do our "Online Lives" influence mental health & cognition? Our new article in World Psychiatry aggregates evidence…

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Henry Onyeaka,MD,MPH
@HenryKOnyeaka · X

RT @JoshAFirth: Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

Aug 11, 2024 · 15 shares · 196 followers View post →
Eloise
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RT @JoshAFirth: Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

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Eloise
@Eloise05031128 · X

RT @JosephFirthUoM: How do our "Online Lives" influence mental health & cognition? Our new article in World Psychiatry aggregates evidence…

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Moira
@Moira14Garcia · X

RT @JoshAFirth: Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

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Moira
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Carlos Rebolleda
@RebolledaGil · X

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Library and Knowledge Services
@Knowledge_GMMH · X

Trust Author: From "online brains" to "online lives": understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions. Firth J, Torous J, López-Gil JF, Milton A, Lambert J, Firth JA. World Psychiatry. 2024 Jun;23(2):176-190.

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Seth Jenny
@DrSethJenny · X

New citation of our #esports research: From “online brains” to “online lives”: Understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions #mentalhealth #wellbeing #health #internet #online Full text: https://t.co/f8vGHkaJyh https://t.co/3avj3zVFZ6

May 31, 2024 · 1 like · 1,643 followers View post →
Professor Erwin Loh
@erwinloh · X

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Seth Jenny
@DrSethJenny · X

New citation of our #esports research: From “online brains” to “online lives”: Understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions #socialmedia #wellbeing #addiction #internet Full text: https://t.co/f8vGHkaJyh https://t.co/ajsraWj3US

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Dr. López-Gil
@JFLopezGil · X

RT @JosephFirthUoM: How do our "Online Lives" influence mental health & cognition? Our new article in World Psychiatry aggregates evidence…

May 20, 2024 · 22 shares · 1,005 followers View post →
Biology Centre CAS
@BiologyCentre · X

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@PhilWardAu · X

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KU Leuven PhysioTher
@KULeuvenPT · X

Read the full article: https://t.co/TwCDvO3JQT

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Josh Firth
@JoshAFirth · X

RT @JFLopezGil: Just published

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@RArlinghausFish · X

RT @JoshAFirth: Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

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@raj_psyc · X

RT @JoshAFirth: Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

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@KMachaczek · X

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@shawan_c · X

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Ivan Jaric | from now on at @ivanjaric.bsky.social
@IvanJaric · X

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@JoshAFirth · X

Our new paper "From online brains to online lives" now published in World Psychiatry

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@IvanJaric · X

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@JFLopezGil · X

Just published

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Dr Gerard Rodgers
@gerardrodgers · X

@JonathanShedler From “online brains” to “online lives”: understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions - Firth - 2024 - World Psychiatry - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/vl3XCLBGU7 Comprehensively descriptive article

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@gerardrodgers · X

From “online brains” to “online lives”: understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions - Firth - 2024 - World Psychiatry - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/vl3XCLBGU7 Comprehensively descriptive article

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"De los cerebros en línea a la vida en línea " From “online brains” to “online lives”: understanding the individualized impacts of Internet use across psychological, cognitive and social dimensions

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@JosephFirthUoM · X

How do our "Online Lives" influence mental health & cognition? Our new article in World Psychiatry aggregates evidence from RCTs, epidemiology, neuroscience & qualitative studies to examine the multi-faceted impact of online lives: https://t.co/3fKIwslnDZ https://t.co/xJpkOc5cQ5

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