April 28, 2025

Social Media's Effect on Mental Health and Psychosis - AI Podcast

11 minutes

Story at-a-glance

People with delusion-prone disorders, including body image issues and narcissism, are more likely to overuse social media, worsening symptoms
Online interactions confuse self-perception and trigger or amplify delusional thinking, especially in those already at risk for psychosis
Most mental health tools ignore social media use, leading to missed diagnoses and ineffective support
You can protect your mental well-being online by tracking emotional triggers, curating your feed and prioritizing real-world connection
Cutting back on social media use builds self-awareness and emotional resilience while rewiring habits that support healthy identity

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By Dr. Mercola

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April 28, 2025

11 minutes

Story at-a-glance

People with delusion-prone disorders, including body image issues and narcissism, are more likely to overuse social media, worsening symptoms
Online interactions confuse self-perception and trigger or amplify delusional thinking, especially in those already at risk for psychosis
Most mental health tools ignore social media use, leading to missed diagnoses and ineffective support
You can protect your mental well-being online by tracking emotional triggers, curating your feed and prioritizing real-world connection
Cutting back on social media use builds self-awareness and emotional resilience while rewiring habits that support healthy identity

...more