Citation

Moreno MA, Standiford M, Cody P. Curr. Pediatr. Rep. 2018; 6(2): 132-138.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group)

DOI

10.1007/s40124-018-0165-8

PMID

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Abstract

PURPOSE of Review: Social media is used nearly ubiquitously by youth. Over the past decade, research has investigated ways in which social media may affect adolescent health both positively and negatively. Recent Findings: We highlight five areas of work with newly emerging evidence in adolescent health: eating disorders, suicide, sexual health, substance use, and prevention. We also highlight new tools to promote safe social media use. Summary: Social media is a set of digital tools that influences adolescent health. By understanding current evidence around challenges and opportunities, we can leverage these tools to improve patient care. © 2018, Springer Science+Business Media, LLC, part of Springer Nature.

Language: en

Keywords

Internet; Adolescent health; Technology; Health behavior; Social media