Social media giants have been repeatedly criticised for their harmful impacts on users' mental health. But TikTok’s updated suite of features, which are designed to support users who experience various mental health issues, may rewrite the entire industry.

As people around the world wrestle with the impact of COVID-19 on their mental health, therapy and helpful apps are being sought out by people looking for support. Tackling the stigma of open conversations about mental health, Intellect is a Singapore-based app pushing for positive change.

Tired of social media feeling like a popularity contest and the pressure to post their best self, people are increasingly looking for more honest and private online connections. Encouraging people to ‘try a new account’, Instagram is nudging users into more authentic online engagement.

As COVID-19 increased the prevalence of mental health issues across the UK, support services – which were already under strain pre-pandemic – were stretched to their limits. How has TikTok helped Gen Z maintain their wellbeing during the crisis? And how can it supplement clinical care?