Social Media Use for the Dissemination of Mental Health Information by Medical Students

Abstract

The huge explosion in the use of social media has come with its fair share of unique challenges and opportunities in the dissemination of mental health content. Several facets of the topic are specific to the use of social media by medical students. This article probes into the various benefits, risks, and opportunities presented by medical students’ use of social media to disseminate mental health information. We also suggest possible interventions to be undertaken by the students, teachers, institutions, and state and national bodies.

Keywords

• medical students
• mental health information
• social media