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TikTok's non-professional mental health posts can be a minefield

A substantial proportion of TikTok posts about ADHD and autism are misleading, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia. Researchers investigated the accuracy of mental health and neurodivergence information across social media platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). They found that these platforms are awash with misleading or unsubstantiated mental health content—and that TikTok is the worst offender.

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