Why Short Videos Make Teenagers Stigmatize Mental Illnesses

Abstract

In the digital age, short video platforms have become an integral part of teenagers’ lives. This study focuses on the phenomenon of teenagers’ participation in the stigmatization of mental illnesses on short video platforms. Using literature review to answer why short videos lead teenagers to stigmatize mental illnesses. The results show that three key factors contribute to this phenomenon: the wide reach of short video platforms, the psychological vulnerability of teenagers during their developmental stage, and the misrepresentation of mental illnesses in short video content. It is crucial to raise awareness among teenagers about mental health and regulate short video content to reduce the stigmatization of mental illnesses.