Grant: Prize - IHDCYH Talks - Podcasts

Some social media platforms, like TikTok—a site focused on short videos and personalized content—have quickly gained popularity, especially among teenagers and young adults. Many users turn to TikTok to connect and share their mental health struggles. However, a lot of the information shared on TikTok is not scientifically accurate and can sometimes be harmful. The platform is currently facing lawsuits from parents who believe that the content their children saw negatively impacted their mental health, with some cases even leading to tragic outcomes. Given the current mental health crisis, it’s important to think about how social media can affect our minds, both positively and negatively. This podcast episode explores the impact of TikTok on the brain and provides more nuance on the positive and negative aspects of using social media platforms as a primary source of scientific information.