Young Adults’ Use of Different Social Media Platforms for Health Information: Insights From Web-Based Conversations

Lim, Megan S. C.; Molenaar, Annika; Brennan, Linda; Reid, Mike; McCaffrey, Tracy A.

doi:10.2196/23656

articleJournal of Medical Internet ResearchJan 18, 2022GOLD OA

Young Adults’ Use of Different Social Media Platforms for Health Information: Insights From Web-Based Conversations

MSMegan S. C. Lim AMAnnika Molenaar LBLinda Brennan MRMike Reid TATracy A. McCaffrey

Burnet Institute · The University of Melbourne · +2 more institutions

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Abstract

Background

Social media-delivered health promotion has demonstrated limited uptake and effectiveness among young adults. Understanding how young adults interact with existing social media platforms for health might provide insight for future health promotion interventions.

Objective

The aim of this study is to describe how young adults interact with different social media platforms for health and health information.

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255

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FWCI: 35.96
Percentile: 100%
References: 36

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Topics & keywords

Topics

Keywords

Social media
Credibility
Conversation
Thematic analysis
Health promotion
Internet privacy
Psychology
Psychological intervention

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

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