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    Mental health problems rampant among ‘friends’

    March 25, 2025·

    Key Takeaways

    • Mental health problems are common, even among friends and online connections.
    • Many people struggle in silence due to stigma or fear of judgment.
    • Open, honest conversations about mental health can reduce stigma and encourage support.
    Mental health problems rampant among ‘friends’

    Mental health problems are rampant among Facebook friends. But most of them don’t feel comfortable telling about their disorders to their closest Facebook friends. In his article featured in www.losaltosonline.com Dr.Christopher Sorensen, MD, psychiatrist, openly talks about various types of mental health issues and unique psychology of people in our country.

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    Published in: www.losaltosonline.com

    Shebna N. Osanmoh I, PMHNP-BC
    About the Author

    Shebna N. Osanmoh I, PMHNP-BC is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with over 9 years of clinical experience. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. She practices at Savant Care serving patients in California and Texas via telehealth.

    Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa, MD
    Medical Reviewer

    Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa, MD reviewed this article for clinical and regulatory accuracy.

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