Using social media could help seniors feel less isolated but how it’s used matters


Improving the use of social media for over 60s could have a positive impact on their mental health. — AFP Relaxnews

Optimising the use of social media could be beneficial to the mental health of older adults, while helping them feel less isolated.

Scientific research suggests that carrying out certain specific activities on Facebook, like posting photos, may be more beneficial to this section of population than overall use of the social network.

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