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Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between social media and mental health?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between social media and mental health?
- Social media's impact on mental health is neutral, with no significant effects observed in studies.
- Social media can significantly impact mental health both negatively and positively, depending on usage and individual factors. (correct)
- Social media has a consistently positive impact on mental health, enhancing social connections and providing resources.
- The impact of social media on mental health is solely determined by pre-existing mental health conditions.
What role does social comparison play in the negative effects of social media on mental health?
What role does social comparison play in the negative effects of social media on mental health?
- It enhances self-esteem by allowing users to see how much better their lives are compared to others.
- It encourages individuals to improve themselves based on realistic expectations and achievable goals.
- It promotes a realistic understanding of others' lives, reducing anxiety and promoting contentment.
- It can lead to feelings of envy and low self-worth when individuals feel they don't measure up to online portrayals. (correct)
How can nurses contribute to supporting patients struggling with negative emotions related to social media use?
How can nurses contribute to supporting patients struggling with negative emotions related to social media use?
- By prescribing medication to counteract the effects of social media-related anxiety and depression.
- By promoting increased social media use to enhance social connections.
- By providing a non-judgmental space for patients to discuss their experiences and teaching healthy coping skills. (correct)
- By dismissing patients' concerns about social media's impact as trivial or attention-seeking.
Which of the following is an example of a healthy boundary a nurse might suggest to a patient struggling with social media-related anxiety?
Which of the following is an example of a healthy boundary a nurse might suggest to a patient struggling with social media-related anxiety?
What does FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) refer to in the context of social media's impact on mental health?
What does FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) refer to in the context of social media's impact on mental health?
In what way can social media be used to create awareness?
In what way can social media be used to create awareness?
How does cyberbullying contribute to the negative effects of social media on mental health, especially among young people?
How does cyberbullying contribute to the negative effects of social media on mental health, especially among young people?
What is the relationship between addiction-like behavior and social media use?
What is the relationship between addiction-like behavior and social media use?
What distinguishes normal social media usage from problematic social media use that could impact mental health?
What distinguishes normal social media usage from problematic social media use that could impact mental health?
Which of the following is an example of how nurses can promote healthy coping strategies for patients affected by social media?
Which of the following is an example of how nurses can promote healthy coping strategies for patients affected by social media?
What are the key components defining mental health?
What are the key components defining mental health?
According to the information, How can social media provide positive connections and support?
According to the information, How can social media provide positive connections and support?
What specific nursing intervention involves educating patients about the potential negative impacts of social media on their mental health?
What specific nursing intervention involves educating patients about the potential negative impacts of social media on their mental health?
Beyond stress and anxiety, What is another potential negative effect of exposure to disturbing content on social media?
Beyond stress and anxiety, What is another potential negative effect of exposure to disturbing content on social media?
According to the information provided, what is the potential positive impact of encouraging patients to engage in offline activities and hobbies?
According to the information provided, what is the potential positive impact of encouraging patients to engage in offline activities and hobbies?
Flashcards
What is Mental Health?
What is Mental Health?
An individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how individuals think, feel, behave, cope with challenges and function in daily life.
Negative effects of social media
Negative effects of social media
Excessive social media use has been linked to feelings of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and loneliness.
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
Feeling anxious because you think you are missing out others events or experience.
Positive impacts of social media
Positive impacts of social media
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Nurse's contribution to mental health
Nurse's contribution to mental health
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Providing Emotional Support (Nursing)
Providing Emotional Support (Nursing)
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Education about Social Media's Impact
Education about Social Media's Impact
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Setting Boundaries (Nursing)
Setting Boundaries (Nursing)
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Mindfulness & Stress Management
Mindfulness & Stress Management
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Encouraging Hobbies and Interests
Encouraging Hobbies and Interests
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Study Notes
Mental Health
- Mental health encompasses an individual's emotional, psychological, and social well-being
- It dictates how one thinks, feels, and behaves while also influencing their ability to cope with challenges and function daily
The Effects of Social Media on Mental Health
- Social media can significantly and negatively affect mental health, especially among younger individuals
- Excessive social media usage is linked to increased anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and loneliness
- This often leads to social comparison, cyber bullying, unrealistic portrayals of others' lives, and FOMO (fear of missing out)
- Social media, when used in moderation, can also facilitate positive connections and support
Negative Effects of Social Media
- Social comparison can lead to feelings of envy and low self-worth, especially when individuals feel they don't measure up to the images they see online
- Cyber bullying can cause significant emotional distress, particularly among young people
- Seeing others enjoy social events/experiences can trigger anxiety about missing out on life, leading to feelings of isolation or FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
- Exposure to graphic or disturbing content can contribute to stress, anxiety, and self-harm
- Social Media can be addictive and lead to excessive usage while neglecting other aspects of life
Signs Social Media Affects Mental Health
- Social Media distracts you from work
- Social Media use creates an escape from "bad" emotions
- Social Media leads to being trolled or cyberbullied
- Increased time spent online rather than with family and friends
- Feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness are rising
Positive Impacts of Social Media
- Social connections can be facilitated which allows staying connected with family and friends, especially those living far away
- Online communities based on shared interests provide a sense of belonging
- Social media can be used to raise awareness about important issues and give access to resources
Nurse's contribution to Mental Health
- Nurses can support patients struggling with depression, anxiety, and other unhealthy emotions relating to social media use
- Interventions can help patients manage negative side effects of social media
- Assessments and screenings for anxiety and depression can be performed
- Methods such as CBT and group support can be integrated to help patients build resilience, develop positive coping skills, and improve mental well-being
Nursing Interventions
- Nurses can provide a safe, non-judgmental space for patients to discuss how social media affects their mental health, offering emotional support
- Nurses can offer empathy to help patients feel supported and less alone in their struggles with empathy and compassion
- Nurses can educate about how social media can negatively affect mental health, fostering feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, or depression from comparisons or cyber bullying while raising awareness
- Nurses can promote CBT to help with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues linked to social media and educate patients
- Nurses can help patients set healthy boundaries around the social media use, through limiting social media usage or taking breaks from social media usage to reduce exposure to harmful content to help with setting boundaries
- Nurses can teach mindfulness techniques or stress-reduction exercises that help them manage anxiety and emotional reactions triggered by social media through mindfulness and stress management
- Nurses can encourage patients to engage in offline activities or hobbies that bring them joy, such as spending time with family and friends to encourage hobbies and interest
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