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Mental Health Content Accuracy Varies

Researchers found misinformation rates ranged from 0% to 57% across platforms and topics, with higher rates reported in several TikTok studies compared with YouTube.

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A systematic review of 27 studies evaluating 5,057 social media posts on mental health and neurodivergence revealed a misinformation prevalence rate varying from 0% to 57% across different platforms. Conducted by Alice Carter and colleagues, the review found TikTok to have the highest misinformation rates among platforms, particularly concerning ADHD and autism. While the average misinformation rate was 26%, there were significant variations, with professional content generally being more reliable than non-professional sources. The researchers emphasized the need for improved moderation and consistent definitions in mental health misinformation.

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Mental Health Content Accuracy Varies

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • March 27, 2026

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