Social Media and Mental Health

This project aims to explore how autistic people can thrive online using participatory methods.

There is increasing interest in the impact of social media on mental health, with evidence suggesting a small but consistent link between higher social media use and poorer mental health. The role of social media in the mental health of autistic individuals is under-researched, despite elevated levels of mental health issues and a preference for online communication within this group. To address this, a team of researchers are running a Delphi method study to identify research priorities and methods, developing resources to help autistic people use social media in beneficial ways. 

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