The Use of Social Networking Sites in Mental Health Interventions for Young People: Systematic Review

Conclusions: The evidence reviewed suggests young people find SNS–based interventions highly usable, engaging, and supportive. However, future studies need to address the current lack of high-quality evidence for their efficacy in reducing mental health symptoms. Given young people are already turning to SNSs to engage in knowledge seeking and peer-to-peer support, SNS–based youth mental health interventions provide an opportunity to address some of the barriers young people face in accessing qualified mental health support and information.
Source: Journal of Medical Internet Research - Category: General Medicine Authors: Source Type: research