The mechanisms underlying the contagion effect of violence and suicide are currently unclear. It has been argued that social learning, identification with significant others, and the …
Background while there are many benefits for young people to use social media, adverse effects such as cyberbullying, online challenges, social comparison and imitation may …
Young people may be particularly vulnerable to the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and may also be more likely to use social media at this time. This study aimed to …
AZ Ivey-Stephenson - MMWR supplements, 2024 - cdc.gov
This is the third of three reports in the MMWR supplement that updates and expands CDC's guidance for assessing, investigating, and responding to suicide clusters based on current …
There is a need for effective and youth-friendly approaches to suicide prevention, and social media presents a unique opportunity to reach young people. Although there is some …
PE Weigle, RMA Shafi - Current psychiatry reports, 2024 - Springer
Abstract Purpose of Review We review recent evidence regarding the relationship between the social media (SM) habits, experiences, and the mental health of youth. We examine …
Suicide is a leading cause of death among adolescents. Emerging literature has described relationships between excessive screen time and suicidal behaviors, though findings have …
N Macrynikola, E Auad, J Menjivar… - Computers in Human …, 2021 - Elsevier
Social media use has increased substantially over the past decade, as have suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs). This simultaneous rise has led to growing concerns that …
Suicide represents an international public health concern, and for adolescents aged 14 to 18 in the United States, is the third leading cause of death (Centers for Disease Control and …