Social Media : Science World Report

May 26, 2015 03:03 PM EDT

Insecure Facebook Users Are Always Posting About Their Relationships

Previous studies have shown that looking or posting excessively to Facebook can spur depression and anxiety in some individuals. Other forms of social media have also been known to cause a pinch of low self-esteem in individuals who may worry their life doesn't quite incorporate enough selfies and v...

May 26, 2015 11:46 AM EDT

Are Tinder, Grindr To Blame For STD Surge In Rhode Island?

Could some dating apps be to blame for a recent surge of STDs in Rhode Island?

Apr 23, 2015 02:17 AM EDT

Social Media Increases Fan Interest Among Sports Teams

New findings published in the Journal of Sports Management show that it's extremely beneficial for professional sports teams to engage with their brands via social media on Facebook, Twitter and other similar environments.

Mar 02, 2015 10:53 AM EST

Passive Facebook Use Makes You Envious

Facebook. What's not to love?

Feb 10, 2015 12:58 PM EST

Here's What The Anxiety Of Facebook Might Be Doing To You

If you're constantly checking Facebook to see who liked your status update or new picture, you could be dealing with a bit of low self-esteem.

Feb 04, 2015 04:16 PM EST

On Facebook A Lot? That May Be Why You're Depressed

Facebook can be a fun way to keep in touch with friends. Yet it may also increase your risk of depression.

Jan 30, 2015 08:44 PM EST

Tweeting About Sexism May Help Improve Women's Health

Researchers at Wilfrid Laurier University looked to see if publically speaking out against sexism could help improve women's wellbeing by giving them a chance to express themselves in ways that could potentially make a difference.

Jul 15, 2014 11:06 AM EDT

Sexy Photos on Facebook May Cause Young Women to be Seen as Less Competent

Careful what you post on Facebook and other social media sites; scientists have found that girls and young women who post sexy or revealing photos are viewed by female peers as less physically and socially attractive and even less competent to perform tasks.

Jun 23, 2014 12:03 PM EDT

Social Media and HIV Prevention: Certain Networks Help Reach Out to Younger Men at Risk

For young men at high-risk for HIV, early intervention can play a key role in preventing possible infection. Yet a recent study from the Columbia University School of Nursing suggests that using certain social media tools that help encourage safe sexual practices, including text messages, interactiv...

Jun 06, 2014 03:19 PM EDT

Health Policy Researchers Don't Trust Use of Social Media for Disseminating Information

The Digital Age has spurred an unprecedented rise in the use of social media. Some major news outlets and organizations use various platforms to get their information out to the public, but health policy researchers lack the confidence to use them.

Feb 28, 2014 05:55 PM EST