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Social Media and ADHD

Common ADHD symptoms can make a patient more likely to develop 
problematic social media use that interfere with their daily lives. 

Top 5 things to know about Social Media and ADHD

Of the 3.1 billion social media users worldwide, 210 million suffer from problematic social media use.

Problematic social media use is characterized by feelings of anxiety, uncontrollable urges to check notifications immediately, dependence on likes and comments, and centering one’s day around social media.

The harmful effects of social media use include increased anxiety, depression, poor concentration, impaired academic and work performance, disrupted sleep, and decreased overall satisfaction with life.

Preventive measures like digital detoxes and reducing social media usage can be effective in curbing addiction habits.

Our Diagnostic Evaluation* screens for problematic social media use according to the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale, a six-item, self-report scale that measures dependence on social media. The results of that screening are included in the final report so that the patient can discuss the best possible treatment options with their clinician.

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*Diagnostic Evaluation is clinically validated for the diagnosis of ADHD in Adults.
Study results were published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.

Curious about stimulant or non-stimulant medication?

These terms refer to certain approaches to treat diagnosed ADHD. Mentavi Health / ADHD Online may provide stimulant approaches (certain medications under medical treatment that are generally considered Class II controlled substances) or non-stimulant approaches (medications generally not considered Class II, and/or therapy and coaching not related to medication).

A diagnosis and initial conversation with our treatment clinicians is key to the best path for you. The diagnosis is a key first step to determine if you have ADHD or other related conditions. Approximately 60% of patients with ADHD have co-occurring conditions such as anxiety or depression, for example. At the same time, patients who believe they have ADHD may not even have it. For those who do, there can be a variety of considerations into what kind of treatment works best to meet the patient where they’re at.

If you are not feeling right, your journey starts with the first step of diagnostic evaluation.

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Join Our ADHD Research Study

Mentavi Health is conducting ADHD research and is accepting a limited number of participants. Participants in our clinical study will get an ADHD Assessment at no cost. 

Who can join?
  • Age 19+
  • Primary language is English
  • Not previously diagnosed with ADHD
  • Not a current patient of ADHD Online or Mentavi Health
  • A resident of any of the 50 US states or DC (not including Puerto Rico or other territories)
 
Why participate?
Your involvement will help improve mental health care for everyone.
 
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ADHD Online will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Live support will be unavailable on Monday, May 26. Send us an email or leave a message, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible when we return on Tuesday, May 27.

Please note that each clinician sets their holiday hours and may be processing your requests during this time or may also be out.

Live support will be unavailable during regular business hours on Monday, January 20. You can always submit a request or leave a voice message. We’ll get back to you when we return.

Please note: Our clinicians have individual holiday schedules. Check with yours for their availability during the holidays.

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