Beyond the filter: Impact of popularity on the mental health of social media influencers.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study examines the emotional state and interpersonal relationships of social media influencers, focusing on the psychological effects of their popularity and engagement. Despite increased awareness of mental health issues, influencers remain underrepresented in research. Barriers such as low mental health literacy, stigma, access issues, and the pressure to maintain virtual personas highlight the need for this investigation. This research addresses these gaps by systematically examining the impact of social media on influencers' mental health.

Methods

An online survey was conducted using the positive and negative affect schedule (PANAS) and the Relationship Structures Questionnaire (ECR-RS). The target audience was social media influencers from various countri

SUBMITTER: Azayem AK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11504076 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature