Study: Influencers fill support gap for teens, but trust in doctors remains higher

An interview study from Linköpings universitet finds teenage girls perceive influencers as more available and socially supportive than healthcare providers, though they still trust doctors more. The finding highlights a gap in healthcare accessibility and the role of social media in youth health information, but the study is qualitative and limited to a small sample.

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