SH4053QA Report: Social Media's Impact on Young People's Health

This report, prepared for the SH4053QA Academic Skills and Literacy module, analyzes the impact of social media on the health and well-being of young people. It begins with an introduction to social media's role in information sharing and its influence on youth. The report then reviews the selected article, "The impact of social media on young people's health and well-being," detailing the authors, and the reasons for its selection. It provides a brief overview of the article's content, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts of social media on youth, including the influence of health-related content. The main arguments of the authors are presented, emphasizing the changing perspectives on social media's effects. The report critically assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the article, and discusses how the knowledge gained could be applied by health and social care students in the future. The conclusion summarizes the key findings, emphasizing the importance of credible information and the overall impact of social media on young people's health. References are included, providing a comprehensive list of sources used in the report.