Apomediation in the Age of TikTok: Reframing Health Literacy for Adolescents and Young Adults

Jasleen Kaur, Mohsin Raza, Meher Saleem, Aden Khan, Bushra Shah, Fatima Khawar, Department of Psychiatry, Connecticut Valley Hospital, Department of Psychiatry, Dover Behavioral Health System, Department of Medicine, Fatima Jinnah Medical University

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health

Published online on May 26, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health, Volume 17, January-December 2026.
TikTok has become a prominent space where adolescents and young adults encounter health information, often influencing how symptoms, mental health concerns, and wellness practices are understood before any interaction with formal healthcare systems. The ...