DOI: https://doi.org/10.36344/ccijhss.2024.v10i07.001

Pages: 146-147

Social media has undeniably become an integral part of modern life, offering numerous benefits such as connection, information dissemination, and entertainment. However, its impact on mental health has been a subject of growing concern. While excessive use of social media has been linked to negative mental health outcomes, particularly depression, it can also be harnessed as a valuable tool for therapeutic interventions, especially within the framework of self-expression, seeking help and belonging to therapeutic communities. This brief review of current research, shed the light on the positive and negative aspects of this trend.