Cliched advice can be a hit or a miss, It depends on the context, how it’s received, and when it is given. When we dissect it, we can often extract multiple meanings.... Read more »
Social media addiction refers to excessive, compulsive use of social media platforms that interferes with daily life. It often involves a fear of missing out (FOMO) – anxiety about missing social experiences... Read more »
Autistic individuals often face challenges in social interaction due to differences in communication styles, sensory sensitivities, and difficulty interpreting social cues. These factors can make forming and maintaining friendships challenging. However, autistic... Read more »
International students face unique challenges adjusting to new environments, which can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. These experiences are associated with mental health problems and poor academic outcomes. Interventions tailored... Read more »
Anxiety and depression are common among individuals from dysfunctional families or lacking strong support networks. Dysfunctional family environments often involve poor communication, problem-solving difficulties, and a lack of emotional support, which can... Read more »
Depressive symptoms in adolescents can be influenced by their social media experiences. Engaging with negative content or making unhealthy comparisons on social media may exacerbate depressive symptoms. Conversely, depressive symptoms could lead... Read more »
Interpretation bias refers to the tendency to perceive ambiguous social information negatively. In social anxiety disorder, individuals often misinterpret neutral or ambiguous facial expressions as threatening or disapproving. This bias can exacerbate... Read more »
Adolescents’ Perceptions Of Using Social Media Likes, Comments, And Other Reactions