#TraumaTok: How trauma took over the internet#TraumaTok: How trauma took over the internet
All In The Mind
If you open any social media app, you're likely to eventually come across videos of people discussing trauma. The hashtag TraumaTok has billions of views... So how did trauma take over the internet? And what effect is it having on our mental health? Technology Reporter Ariel Bogle investigates.
30:00•2 Dec 2022
TraumaTok: When Trauma Goes Viral on Social Media
Episode Overview
- Trauma content on TikTok can validate experiences but also spread misinformation.
- Humour is often used by Gen Z as a coping mechanism for discussing trauma.
- Social media provides community but should not replace professional mental health support.
- Oversimplification of psychological conditions online can be misleading.
- Self-diagnosis is common but may overlook the need for professional help.
“"Trauma has become this kind of buzzword that explains everything to people."”
Curious about how trauma has become a buzzword on social media? This episode of 'All In The Mind' tackles the phenomenon of TraumaTok, where the hashtag has garnered billions of views. ABC Technology Reporter Ariel Bogle dives into how TikTok and other platforms have turned trauma into a viral topic. She chats with Grace Chen, a psychology student, who shares her thoughts on how Gen Z uses humour as a coping mechanism for discussing trauma online.
The episode also features insights from Dr Alex Woolard, who highlights the risks of oversimplifying complex psychological conditions in short social media posts. While social media can validate experiences and reduce stigma, there's a danger in the spread of misinformation. The conversation touches on the fine line between raising awareness and trivialising serious mental health issues.
You'll hear about how people, especially those from marginalised communities, find connection and community online, but are also warned against relying solely on these platforms for healing. The episode challenges listeners to think about how we define ourselves and the importance of looking beyond labels to truly understand our mental health.
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