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Quality and Perception of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Content on TikTok: Cross-Sectional Study

Quality and Perception of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Content on TikTok: Cross-Sectional Study

However, health information on social media and particularly Tik Tok should be viewed with caution, as several studies have shown a high percentage of misinformation on different health issues on social media [14,15]. Specifically regarding ADHD and Tik Tok, Yeung et al [16] have shown that content about ADHD on Tik Tok was predominantly misleading (52%), which includes inaccurate and overgeneralized information.

Katharina Sieferle, Tiziana Guidi, Florence Dorr, Eva Maria Bitzer

JMIR Infodemiology 2025;5:e75973


Vaccination Conversations on X in Spanish and Catalan: Qualitative Content Analysis

Vaccination Conversations on X in Spanish and Catalan: Qualitative Content Analysis

The spread of antivaccine misinformation is a significant public health challenge influenced by multiple interconnected factors. SM algorithms prioritize engagement-driven content, often amplifying misleading narratives and creating echo chambers that reinforce vaccine skepticism [5,12,13].

Agnes Huguet-Feixa, Wasim Ahmed, Eva Artigues-Barberà, Joaquim Sol, Pere Godoy, Marta Ortega Bravo

JMIR Infodemiology 2025;5:e67942


Quality of Cancer-Related Information on New Media (2014-2023): Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Quality of Cancer-Related Information on New Media (2014-2023): Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Funnel plot and Egger test revealed significant asymmetry (bias coefficient –5.67, 95% CI –9.63 to –1.71; P=.006) only for studies evaluating misinformation, suggesting that studies could be missing in the literature that reported null or negative findings of misinformation or small study effects. No bias was detected for other indicators (Figures S1-S11 in Multimedia Appendix 2).

Xue-Jing Liu, Danny Valdez, Maria A Parker, Andi Mai, Eric R Walsh-Buhi

J Med Internet Res 2025;27:e73185


Preferences, Perceptions, and Use of Online Nutrition Content Among Young Australian Adults: Qualitative Study

Preferences, Perceptions, and Use of Online Nutrition Content Among Young Australian Adults: Qualitative Study

The pervasiveness and hyper-accessibility of online health and nutrition content worldwide enable the proliferation of misinformation in growing online environments. Research indicates that the majority of health and nutrition information on the internet and social media is of poor quality and accuracy [1-3].

Bill Tiger Lam, Ewa A Szymlek-Gay, Christel Larsson, Claire Margerison

J Med Internet Res 2025;27:e67640


Effectiveness and Related Factors of Narrative Messages in Correcting Health-Related Misinformation: Protocol for a Systematic Review

Effectiveness and Related Factors of Narrative Messages in Correcting Health-Related Misinformation: Protocol for a Systematic Review

However, these platforms are often rife with health-related misinformation that lacks scientific evidence [3]. Compared to accurate health information, misinformation is more likely to reach a wider audience and maintain its influence over time [4].

Tsuyoshi Okuhara, Hiroko Okada, Rie Yokota

JMIR Res Protoc 2025;14:e69414


Stillbirth Discourse on Instagram and X (Formerly Twitter): Content Analysis

Stillbirth Discourse on Instagram and X (Formerly Twitter): Content Analysis

This study addresses this gap by systematically analyzing stillbirth content on social media, exploring themes, emotions, sentiments, misinformation, and visual representations. In this section, we review prior studies that have analyzed social media content relating to miscarriage, abortion, and stillbirth. In addition, we examine research relating to the spread of medical misinformation on social media platforms.

Abigail Paradise Vit, Daniel Fraidin, Yaniv S Ovadia

JMIR Infodemiology 2025;5:e73980


Response to the Netflix Docuseries “Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of JUUL”: Mixed Methods Analysis of YouTube Comments Using Qualitative Coding and Topic Modeling

Response to the Netflix Docuseries “Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of JUUL”: Mixed Methods Analysis of YouTube Comments Using Qualitative Coding and Topic Modeling

Because a scientific consensus has not yet been reached, these claims were categorized as misinformation. In some cases, this includes exaggeration of research findings. Then, the first and last authors tabulated the total number of phrases identified as misinformation, organized these phrases into overarching misinformation categories, and identified common words within each category. Simultaneously, we used R (R Core Team) to perform topic modeling with all comments and replies.

Beth Hoffman, Arpita Tripathi, Ariel Shensa, Julia (Pengyue) Dou, Piper Narendorf, Nishi Hundi, Jaime Sidani

JMIR Form Res 2025;9:e76737


Viewpoint on the Intersection Among Health Information, Misinformation, and Generative AI Technologies

Viewpoint on the Intersection Among Health Information, Misinformation, and Generative AI Technologies

Comparatively, disinformation may be understood as a subset of misinformation, distinguished primarily by its intentionality, which often makes it more insidious and damaging to public trust [40]. Misinformation can be defined as follows [41]: Misinformation is when false information is shared, but no harm is meant.

António Bandeira, Luis Henrique Gonçalves, Felix Holl, Juliet Ugbedeojo Shaibu, Mariana Laranjo Gonçalves, Ronan Payinda, Sagun Paudel, Alessandro Berionni, Young WFPHA, Tina D Purnat, Tim Mackey

JMIR Infodemiology 2025;5:e69474


Development of an Instrument to Measure Resilience to Misinformation on Social Media: Measurement Properties and Validation

Development of an Instrument to Measure Resilience to Misinformation on Social Media: Measurement Properties and Validation

Within the domain of misinformation, such stressors include constant exposure to confusing, unreliable, or harmful content online. Understanding resilience in this context is key to designing effective interventions that empower individuals to filter, assess, and reject misinformation. However, to date, no validated instrument exists to specifically measure resilience to misinformation disseminated via social media, particularly among parents of school-age children.

Rafaela Rosário, Silvana Martins, Tina D Purnat, Elisabeth Wilhelm, Cláudia Augusto, Maria José Silva, Juliana Martins, Ana Duarte

J Med Internet Res 2025;27:e72449


Online Interventions Addressing Health Misinformation: Scoping Review

Online Interventions Addressing Health Misinformation: Scoping Review

Misinformation is defined as “false information that is spread, regardless of whether there is intent to mislead” [1]. Misinformation in health and health care contexts has emerged as a significant and growing concern, particularly in the digital age where the spread of information is rapid and often unchecked.

Hiya Grover, Radwa Nour, Nabil Zary, Leigh Powell

J Med Internet Res 2025;27:e69618