Mental health professionals prescribe evidence-backed apps for teenagers due to long wait times for appointments, while addressing social media's harmful content.
Mental health professionals are now prescribing evidence-backed apps for patients, as surveys suggest teenagers wait an average of 3 months for a mental health appointment. Despite initial wariness, therapists encourage app use as an alternative to potentially harmful online advice. However, social media continues to host content glorifying self-harm and eating disorders, presenting a challenge.
June 08, 2024
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