A new study has found that that college students who perceive themselves as more authentic on social media platforms tend to experience better mental health outcomes. The research, published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior, highlights a significant predictor of mental well-being in the digital age – one’s sense of authenticity online. In the era of Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, the impact of social media on mental health has become a topic of increasing concern, particularly among young adults. Prior research has established a connection between authenticity – the degree to whic…