The Impact of Social Media on Public Health and Education: Mechanisms, Vulnerabilities, and Policy Implications | Synapse
March 14, 2026Open Access
The Impact of Social Media on Public Health and Education: Mechanisms, Vulnerabilities, and Policy Implications
Puntos clave
This research aims to examine the relationship between social media, public health, and education, highlighting vulnerabilities and policy implications.
Literature review on social media's influence on health information and education.
Analysis of mechanisms through which misinformation spreads.
Assessment of policy implications for public health and education institutions.
Social media contributes to the spread of misinformation, impacting public health outcomes.
Identified key vulnerabilities in how health information is communicated online.
Policy recommendations for regulating social media content related to public health.
Resumen
In the digital era, the line between evidence-based health information and viral misinformation has become increasingly blurred (Scheufele et al ...