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For people with serious medical conditions, groups are a valuable source of information—and they make it hard to quit Facebook. Here are some alternatives. 
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When someone is arguing with or baiting people frequently online, that could be a sign of emotional dysregulation and it's time to reach out.
Dr. Pamela Rutledge's insight:
While our instinct is to allow people their online privacy, even if they’re posting publicly, social media can give you a window into a person’s state of mind that you might not otherwise have. Social media is an extension of our social world. If someone is vulnerable and seeking external feedback, they’re going to be like that offline as well as on. #mediapsychology #mentalhealth #socialmedia #emotionaldysregulation #conflict
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There is nothing inherently unhealthy about social media groups--they can provide valuable social support. Ask yourself: do the group's members create a sense of belonging that is emotionally positive or does it undermine your confidence? The need to belong when we’re scared and challenged by life is very strong. It can make us vulnerable to coercion, persuasion, and misinformation. Check for qualifications, validate information sources, avoid people who tell you what you "should" do, and always triangulate information. #health #socialmedia #socialsupport