SOCIAL MEDIA USE MAY BENEFIT THE ELDERLY

Contrary to popular belief, emailing, instant messaging, Facebook and other forms of social media may benefit the health of older adults. Researchers from Michigan State University found that use of Facebook and Twitter; online video call apps such as Skype; e-chatting or instant messaging were linked to better self-rated health and fewer depressive symptoms among seniors. The study was published in the journal

Cyberpsychology,

Behaviour and

Social Networking