Social Media: Support for Survivors and Young Adults With Cancer

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2017 Oct 1;21(5):537-540. doi: 10.1188/17.CJON.537-540.

Abstract

Social media use is ubiquitous among young adults. Young adults with cancer must make important decisions about where, what, and how to share information on social media. Oncology nurses are in a unique position to start conversations about the risks and benefits of social media use. This column aims to review a variety of social media platforms that may be used by young adults with cancer and provide guidance to nurses on initiating open dialogue with young adults about social media usage. .

Keywords: social media; survivor; web-based support; young adults with cancer.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Internet
  • Neoplasms / psychology*
  • Social Media*
  • Survivors
  • Young Adult