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83.7% of mental health advice on TikTok misleading, reveals survey

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TikTok has transcended its role as a mere entertainment platform, captivating the minds of millions, particularly the younger generation.

What started off as a place for entertainment has quickly transformed into a virtual oracle where users go to get advice and information on a variety of subjects.

Hashtags like #mentalhealth, #anxiety and #adhd have become veritable powerhouses, amassing billions of views.

The National Health

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