Self-esteem only goes so far: the moderating effect of social media screen time on self-esteem and depressive symptoms.

This study assessed the independent association of self-esteem and social media screen time on depressive symptoms, as well as the moderating role of social media screen time in the relationship between self-esteem and depressive symptoms. The Mobile Screen Time Project was a cross-sectional, web-based survey conducted from March to May of 2019. 437 U.

The Mental Health Burden of Racial Discrimination in Young Adults in Rhode Island.

Objectives: This study examined the association between racial discrimination and depressive symptoms among Rhode Island young adults.

Methods: The 2022 Rhode Island Young Adult Survey recruited 1,022 young adults aged 18-25 years who lived in Rhode Island for at least part of the year. Multivariable logistic regression for depressive symptoms controlled for sexual and gender identity, race/ethnicity, social status, age, employment, and student status.

Breaking Down Barriers: Young Adult Interest and Use of Telehealth for Behavioral Health Services.

Objectives: Use of telehealth for behavioral health services has increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study examines which young adults in Rhode Island were using these telehealth services and are interested in its use.

Methods: This cross-sectional web-based survey was administered in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, from May to October 2020.