Lavina Anil Waghalekar
- Affiliation
- Student, MA Psychology (Counseling), Maniben Nanavati Women's College, SNDT University, Mumbai, India, Maharashtra, India
- Department
- Student
- Location
- India
Lavina Anil Waghalekar
1 article
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Instagram Therapists vs. Qualified Mental Health Professionals: How Young Adults Perceive and Navigate Mental Health Advice Online
Abstract: The growing presence of “Instagram Therapists” - individuals who share mental health advice on Instagram without formal qualifications - has raised important questions about the credibility of online mental health information. In contrast, are qualified mental health professionals and licensed practitioners. Existing literature shows a surge in young adults turning to social media for mental health guidance. However, limited research delves into how they perceive and differentiate between advice from …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 26–37 Read article