HealthDr TikTok: Mental health moves from consulting rooms to social media

Experts say social media can foster empathy, awareness and routes into care, but cannot replace evidence-based treatment or formal psychological services. Licensed clinicians are using TikTok and Instagram to explain conditions, challenge misconceptions and offer support, while the growing reach of mental-health content raises questions about self-diagnosis, access and commercial ethics.

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AAl Jazeera★★☆☆☆2026-08-21 07:12Original