Interaction Effect Of Gender Research Articles

Exploring the role of positive body image in healthy orthorexia and orthorexia nervosa: A gender comparison

Current scholarship on orthorexia nervosa remains undecided about the role of body image in this novel eating disorder. This study aimed to explore the role of positive body image in differentiating between healthy orthorexia and orthorexia nervosa and assess how this might differ for men and women. A total of 814 participants (67.1% women; age M = 40.30, SD = 14.50) completed the Teruel Orthorexia scale, as well as measures of embodiment, intuitive eating, body appreciation and functionality appreciation. A cluster analysis revealed four distinct profiles characterized by high healthy orthorexia and low orthorexia nervosa; low healthy orthorexia and low orthorexia nervosa; low healthy orthorexia and high orthorexia nervosa; and high healthy orthorexia and high orthorexia nervosa. A MANOVA identified significant differences for positive body image between these four clusters, as well as that there were no significant differences between men and women for healthy orthorexia and orthorexia nervosa, despite men scoring significantly higher than women on all measures of positive body image. Cluster × gender interaction effects were found for intuitive eating, functionality appreciation, body appreciation and experience of embodiment. These findings indicate that the role of positive body image in healthy orthorexia and orthorexia nervosa may differ for men and women, making these relationships worthy of further exploration.

Health inequities and socioeconomic factors predicting the access to treatment for unruptured intracranial aneurysms in the USA in the last 20 years: interaction effect of race, gender, and insurance

BackgroundThe literature suggests that minority racial and ethnic groups have lower treatment rates for unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIA). It is uncertain how these disparities have changed over time.MethodsA cross-sectional study...

Comparison of an online adaptation of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 with its in-person version in an adult autism diagnostic service.

Restrictions on in-person assessments during the COVID-19 pandemic were a challenge for an adult autism diagnostic service receiving over 600 referrals annually. The service sought to adapt the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) for online administration. To investigate whether an online adaptation of the ADOS-2 performed comparably to the in-person ADOS-2. To obtain qualitative feedback from patients and clinicians regarding experiences of the online alternative. Online ADOS-2 assessments were completed for 163 referred individuals. A matched-comparison group comprised 198 individuals seen for an in-person ADOS-2 assessment prior to COVID-19 restrictions. A two-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was run to explore any effect of assessment type (online or in-person ADOS-2) and gender on total ADOS score. Qualitative feedback was collected from 46 patients and 8 clinicians involved in diagnostic decision-making after the online ADOS-2 assessment. A two-way ANOVA found no significant effect of assessment type or gender and no assessment type × gender interaction effect on total ADOS score. Qualitative feedback suggested that only 27% of patients would have preferred an in-person assessment. Nearly all clinicians reported gains from offering an online alternative. This is the first study to examine an online adaptation of ADOS-2 within an adult autism diagnostic service. It performed comparably to the in-person ADOS-2, making it a viable alternative when in-person assessments are not possible. As this clinic group has high rates of comorbid mental health difficulties, we encourage further work to determine whether online assessment approaches generalise to other services to increase options for patients and efficiencies for service delivery.

Impact of Culturo-Techno-Contextual Approach (CTCA) on Learning Retention: A Study on Nuclear Chemistry

Poor performance of students in chemistry shows that they are having difficulties in learning, mastering the content, and applying what they have learned in examinations. The purpose of this study was to find out the difference in (a) retention of information by students taught nuclear chemistry using the culturo-techno-contextual approach (CTCA) and lecture; (b) retention of information by male and female students taught nuclear chemistry using CTCA, and (c) the interaction effects of gender and method on retention of information by students taught nuclear chemistry using CTCA and lecture. Learning theories of Vygotsky’s constructivism theory, Ausubel’s theory of meaningful learning, and CTCA’s philosophical framework were adopted. This study used explanatory sequential mixed methods; quasi-experimental research design was adopted. A total of 91 senior secondary II students (SS2) (equivalent of grade 11 in the American system) participated. Split-half was used to test the reliability of the nuclear chemistry achievement test (NCAT), and a Spearman–Brown of unequal length coefficient value of 0.80 was obtained. A statistically significant difference was found in the retention of information by students taught nuclear chemistry using CTCA and lecture [F(1,88) = 263.06; p = 0.00] which was in favor of the CTCA group (experimental). A statistically significant difference was not found for gender [F(1,46) = 0.39; p = 0.53]. The statistical interaction effect of method and gender was not significant [F(1,86) = 0.25; p = 0.62]. We recommended that the use of CTCA should be adopted by chemistry teachers in secondary schools to enhance learning.

Gender difference in the relationship between personality traits and changes in depressive symptoms before and after the COVID-19 outbreak: A follow-up study among Chinese adults

ObjectivesIncreasing depressive symptoms have become an urgent public health concern worldwide. This study aims to explore the correlation between personality traits and changes in depressive symptoms before and after the COVID-19 outbreak and to examine the gender difference in this association further. MethodsData were obtained from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS, wave in 2018 and 2020). A total of 16,369 residents aged 18 and above were included in this study. Multinomial logistic regression analysis was used to examine whether personality traits were associated with changes in depressive symptoms. We also analyzed whether there was an interaction effect of gender and personality traits on depressive symptoms. ResultsConscientiousness, extroversion, and agreeableness are negatively associated with depressive symptoms, while neuroticism and openness are positively related. Gender moderates the relationship between personality traits and depressive symptoms. Compared to men, women have demonstrated a stronger association between neuroticism (OR = 0.79; 95 % CI = 0.66, 0.94), conscientiousness (OR = 1.40; 95 % CI = 1.15, 1.69), and persistent depressive symptoms.Limitations: Given its longitudinal study design, it is insufficient to draw a causal inference between personality traits and depressive symptoms. ConclusionPersonality traits and their various dimensions are correlated with changes in depressive symptoms. Persistent depressive symptoms are positively related to neuroticism and negatively associated with conscientiousness. Women demonstrate a stronger association between personality traits and persistent depressive symptoms. Thus, in Chinese adults' mental health intervention and prevention programs, personality and gender-specific strategies should be considered, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The gender dimensions of travel time use in Germany

Time use during travel has been the subject of considerable research in recent years thanks to its crucial role in determining the utility of travel time. While most of these studies have documented the effects of demographics and trip characteristics on travel time use, the effect of gender is still ambiguous. To understand the role of gender in travel time use, we explore the effect of gender interaction with non-travel time use behavior (daily habits, multitasking and preferences), joint travel (travel companion), and economic situation (income and working hours) on various time use activities (reading, ICT use and talking) during travel. Moreover, we address the mixed and scant evidence from prior studies regarding the effect of sociodemographic, residential and trip characteristics on travel time use. The study used the cross-sectional German Time Use Survey 2012/13 data and employed multi-level binary logistic regression for analysis. The results indicate four important findings: (1) women's socializing during travel is principally influenced by primary time spent on interaction with children and ICT usage, while men’s socializing during travel is positively influenced by traveling with their partners and socializing habits; (2) both women’s and men’s solitary activities during travel (e.g. reading/ICT use) are influenced by their economic situation (e.g. income, working hours) and daily non-travel time use habits (reading habits/ICT use habits); (3) individuals’ solitary time use during travel is positively influenced by other potential determinants such as living in semi-urban areas/East Germany, driving or traveling by public transport; and (4) socializing during travel is positively influenced by living with partners, having young children, evening/night/weekend trips, maintenance/leisure trips, traveling by public transport and walking.

School-based intervention for academic stress management and school adjustment among industrial technical education students: Implications for educational administrators

The high level of academic stress and maladjustment in the school environment led to this study to investigate the management of academic stress and school adjustment among university students using rational emotive behavioral therapy. The study adopted a pretest-posttest control group design. A total of 97 students participated in the study and were measured using an academic stress scale and academic adjustment scale at 3 points. The results of the multivariate statistics indicated the improvement in the management of academic stress and academic adjustment among Industrial Technical Education students following their participation in the rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) treatment and those in the waitlisted control group (WCG) at 3 points. After the treatment, a second assessment shows that the REBT treatment had a significant effect on improvement in academic stress management and academic adjustment among Industrial Technical Education students and was subsequently sustained at follow-up assessment. It was also found that there is no interaction effect of groups and gender. This study suggests that the reduction in academic stress and improvement in the academic adjustment were due to exposure to rational emotive behavioral therapy. Therefore, school counselors should reach out to students that experiencing a high degree of stress and maladjustment and assist them using rational emotive behavioral therapy.

Gender and Culture Differences in Consumers’ Travel Behavior during the COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19, as a rampant health crisis, lies at the basis of fluctuating perceptions affecting decreased demand among travelers. Recent studies have witnessed a growth of interest in the interactions between tourists’ behaviors and other factors with the potential to moderate such behavior during travel. However, it remains to be discussed whether the influence of demographic aspects, especially cultural and gender differences, on tourism behaviors will be more prominent during COVID-19. The current empirical research aims to integrate demographic variables, including gender and culture, with tourists’ behavior in terms of their choice of companions, travel destinations, and mode of transportation. According to the research findings, people in other countries have greater desire to travel than Chinese tourists who, in any case, prefer to travel with friends. Tourists from other countries are more willing to travel by plane and by car. Males show a more positive attitude than females to these means of transportation. Moreover, the interactive effect of gender and nationality reveals that female travelers from mainland China put the train or bus top on their agenda. These theoretical findings have the potential to provide actionable insights into how policymakers and service providers can make adjustments to bring back tourism stifled by COVID-19.

Occupational health coaching for job stress management among technical college teachers: Implications for educational administrators.

The need for stress management strategies has been empirically investigated and supported considering demands in workplaces. However, some people in public offices do not seem to have been exposed to occupational health strategies that could reduce the adverse impacts of stress on job productivity and quality of life. Consequently, they become susceptible to mental health disturbances requiring the attention of occupational therapists. Given this, we studied the impact of occupational health coaching for job stress management among technical college teachers. Using a randomized control design study, 90 technical college teachers were screened and ready to participate. The eligible teachers were included and assigned to intervention and control groups. An occupational stress index was given to the participants before, immediately after, and 2 months after the delivery of occupational coaching program by career counselors while the comparison group received no intervention. Data collected were analyzed using multivariate analysis of variance analysis. The results showed a significant improvement in the management of job stress after receiving rational emotive occupational health coaching. According to the multivariate analysis of variance analysis, there were between-group differences immediately after the intervention and 3 months later. As a result, the study suggested that career counselors and school management systems should incorporate rational-emotive behavioral therapy into workforce and workplace programs.

Nasopharynx evaluation in children of unilateral cleft palate patients and normal with cone beam computed tomography.

This study aimed to examine the morphological characteristics of the nasopharynx in unilateral Cleft lip/palate (CL/P) children and non-cleft children using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). A retrospective study consisted of 54 patients, of which 27 patients were unilateral CL/P, remaining 27 patients have no CL/P. Eustachian tubes orifice (ET), Rosenmuller fossa (RF) depth, presence of pharyngeal bursa (PB), the distance of posterior nasal spine (PNS)-pharynx posterior wall were quantitatively evaluated. The main effect of the CL/P groups was found to be effective on RF depth-right (p < 0.001) and RF depth-left (p < 0.001). The interaction effect of gender and CL/P groups was not influential on measurements. The cleft-side main effect was found to be effective on RF depth-left (p < 0.001) and RF depth-right (p = 0002). There was no statistically significant relationship between CL/P groups and the presence of bursa pharyngea. Because it is the most common site of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), the anatomy of the nasopharynx should be well known in the early diagnosis of NPC.

Effect of Flipped Classroom Instruction via Google Classroom on Secondary School Students’ Academic Attitude Towards Chemistry in Onitsha Education Zone of Anambra State of Nigeria

The study investigated the effect of flipped classroom instruction via Google classroom on secondary school students’ academic attitude wards chemistry in Onitsha educational zone. The study was conducted at Onitsha education zone of Anambra State. The influence of gender on students’ achievement was determined. Two research questions were raised to guide the study and three hypotheses were tested at 0.05 alpha levels. A quasi-experimental of research design was adopted; specifically the pre-test and post-test non-randomized control group design was used. The population of the study was 3192 senior secondary year two students offering chemistry in Onitsha education zone out of which a sample size of 109 students was drawn using purposive and random sampling techniques. Also two schools were chosen through simple random sampling techniques as experimental and control group centre. The instruments for data collection was Chemistry Attitude Questionnaire (CAQ).The instruments were validated by two experts in departments of science education and one in educational foundation from Nnamdi Azikwe University, Akwa. The reliability of CAT was established using Cronbach Alpha method with reliability value of 0.82. The data for the study were obtained by administering the instrument to the respondent as pretestposttest, data gathered were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer research questions and the null hypotheses were tested using Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). The findings from the results showed that there is a significant difference in the academic attitude of students taught chemistry using FCIVGC and those taught lectured method in favour of the FCIVGC group. Gender was not significant in the attitude of students taught chemistry using FCIVGC and LM. There was no significant interaction effect of instructional approach and gender on students’ attitude in chemistry. Generally, the study has shown that FCIVGC of Brame is effective in enhancing attitude of students in chemistry. It was concluded that FCIVGC is more effective for male students academic attitude which has encourages positive attitude of male chemistry students in learning chemistry. It was recommended that teachers should employ FCIVGC in teaching and learning of chemistry.

Nurturing Secondary Schools Students’ Academic Interest in Biology using Mind Mapping Instructional Strategy

The study investigated the effect of mind mapping instructional strategy (MMIS) on secondary school students’ academic interest in biology in Awka Education Zone. Two research questions and three null hypotheses tested at 0.05 alpha levels guided the study. The study is quasi-experimental, adopting the non-randomized control group research design. A sample size of 124 (58 males and 66 females) Senior Secondary year one (SS1) students, drawn from the 3,411 SS1 students in Awka Education Zone, Anambra State, Nigeria, using multi stage sampling procedure were the research participants. The sampled students who were in four intact classes were randomly assigned to experimental (33 boys and 40 girls) and control groups (25 boys and 26 girls) using a flip of a coin. A 30-item Biology students’ interest scale (BSIS), with four response options, adapted from Knekta, Rowland, Corwin, and Eddy’s (2020), was used for data collection. BSIS was validated by three experts and with reliability index of 0.74 established using Cronbach alpha. Data collected, from the administered scales, were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 alpha level. The findings of the study revealed that MMIS is more effective in fostering students’ interest in biology than CLM, irrespective of gender. Also, no interaction effect of teaching methods and gender on students’ interest was found. The study therefore concluded that MMIS is a gender friendly approach that fosters students’ interest in biology as it uses lines, symbols, keywords, colour and images that appeals to a student’s present knowledge. Based on the findings, recommendations were made among which include that MMIS should be adopted by biology teachers in schools to foster students’ interest in biology.

Prevalence and Patterns of Cognitive Impairment in a Sample of Community Dwelling Older People in Nigeria.

Prevalence and patterns of cognitive impairment were studied in older people from Nigeria. Four hundred and forty one participants (263 females; age: 60-87) were recruited from community dwelling adults in Anambra state Nigeria. Five domains of cognition were tested using the Uniform Data Set Version 3 (UDS-3). Prevalence: 49.7% were classified as normal cognition, 34% as borderline, 12.9% as MCI (2.72% with amnesic MCI) and 3.4% as dementia. We showed in descending order in that 13% of the participants were impaired on visual-spatial index; 6.8% on memory index; 5.2% on attention/concentration index; 2.7% were impaired on executive function index and 34.80% (based on mean) of the participants were impaired on processing speed index. There were significant interaction effects for gender and education on visual spatial and attention domains respectively. Significant effects of education were seen on executive function and processing speed while interaction effect was found on executive function alone. 8% scored 1.5 SD below the mean on MoCA. There was a significant effect of education on MoCA with the pairwise comparison showing a significant difference between tertiary education and other two levels of education. The groups did differ significantly for hypertension on MoCA. This study showed a high prevalence of cognitive impairment among older adult population from Nigeria. A significant proportion of the sample were impaired on the visual spatial domain and at least half of the participants were impaired on one cognitive domain. Hypertensive participants performed significantly poor on MoCA compared to non-hypertensive group.

Effect of the Use of Information and Communication Technology on The Instruction of Physics in Secondary Schools in Awka Education Zone of Anambra State

This study examined the effect of the use of information and communication technology on the instruction of physics in secondary schools in Awka Education Zone of Anambra state. The study was guided by the three research questions and three hypotheses. The population for the study was 19, 153 SS3 physics students in all the secondary schools in the study area. A sample size of 110 SS3 physics students were selected (59 males and 51females). The research instrument used for the study was a Physics Achievement Test (PAT). PAT was validated by three experts, one lecturer from science education department, one from educational foundations department and one from computer science department, all from Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. A reliability coefficient of 0.86 was gotten using Kudar- Richarson’s reliability formula. The mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions while Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study showed that students taught physics with ICT performed higher than their counterparts that were taught physics without ICT. Gender interaction effect showed that the male students taught with ICT performed higher than their female counterparts. Based on the findings of this study, it was recommended among others that physics teachers should be encouraged to use ICT in teaching physics, since the method is more effective in learning physics compared to the conventional lecture method Also the federal ministry of education should organize workshops and seminars for science teachers to strengthen their knowledge of the use of ICT in teaching.

Effectiveness of Career-Management, Self-Efficacy Strategies on Sense of Coherence among Unemployed Graduates in Ibadan, Nigeria

Unemployment situation in Nigeria has degenerated into prolonged and unending search for non-existent opportunities by graduates. This has necessitated their search for alternative efforts for survival. This study realised the need to adapt psycho-social interventions into inculcating sense of coherence in this population, to broaden their scope and assist job search. Study determined the effects of Career Management (CMT) and Career Self-efficacy (CSE) strategies in enhancing Sense of Coherence (SoC) among unemployed graduates in Ibadan with moderating effects of gender and emotional intelligence. 3X2X3 factorial matrix was adopted for the experimental study. Three local government areas in Ibadan were randomly selected for the study. Ninety-eight unemployed graduates registered with National Directorate of Employment were randomly selected and assigned to CMT (30); CSE (34); control (34) groups for a ten-week treatment. Two hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. Data were analysed using Analysis of Covariance. Results showed significant main effect of treatment group on SoC of the unemployed graduates (F(3,94)=146.183, P.05, η=787); and no significant interaction effect of gender and emotional intelligence on SoC (F(6,91)=.358 , P.05, =.009) of unemployed graduates.

Gender Disparity on the Interest of Learners When Exposed to Concepts in Technical Drawing Using Mind Mapping Instructional Techniques

This study determined the effect of Mind mapping instructional techniques (MMIT) on learners’ interest in secondary school (SS) Technical Drawing (TD). The interest of learners exposed to instruction in TD using MMIT was compared with learners exposed to instruction in TD using the traditional approach as control. Three research questions and 3 null hypotheses guided the study. A quasi-experimental research design was employed. The Participants were 298 SSII TD students for the 2018/2019 Academic session in Gwagwalada Area Council of Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The sample was 86 TD students drawn through a multistage sampling technique. TD Interest Inventory (TDII) developed by the researcher and validated by three experts was the instrument used for data collection. The instrument was trial tested and its internal consistency index was determined using the Chronbach alpha procedure. A reliability coefficient index of 0.69 was obtained for the TDII. Data collected were analysed using mean and ANCOVA. Findings revealed that MMIT was more suitable for improving learners’ interest in TD than the Conventional or traditional method. Gender was not an established fact or variable that contributed to learners’ interest in TD when exposed to MMIT. Lastly, the research outcomes show a significant interaction effect of gender and treatment on interest. The study suggested adequate training of teachers on the use of MMIT in TD for secondary schools.

Acceptance of in vitro meat and the role of food technology neophobia, dietary patterns and information – Empirical evidence for Germany

PurposeThe present study addresses acceptance of in vitro meat (IVM) among a predominantly student sample in Germany. It is investigated to which extent food technology neophobia, the currently followed diet and information treatments impact acceptance of IVM measured via the construct willingness to buy (WTB).Design/methodology/approachA quantitative online-survey was conducted in August 2020 using a between-subject design with three different information treatments and one control group. Moreover, the Food Technology Neophobia (FTN) scale was employed, For the statistical analysis, the χ2 and Kruskal–Wallis test were used. Additionally, a binary logit model was specified and estimated in order to investigate the determinants of willingness to buy IVM accounting for the effects of gender, age, vegetarianism/veganism, FTN, prior knowledge, information treatments and potential interaction effects.FindingsParticipants following a vegan or vegetarian diet exhibit a lower likelihood of IVM acceptance in comparison to participants following an omnivore diet. However, a considerable share of vegan and vegetarian participants expressed a positive WTB. Moreover, an increasing FTN score (i.e. an increase in food technology neophobia) goes along with a reduced likelihood of acceptance, while all three information treatments increase acceptance in comparison to the control group. The largest effect on acceptance could be found for the environmental benefit treatment.Practical implicationsThe findings show that especially among a young and highly educated sample the stressing of environmental benefits of IVM has a substantial impact on acceptance. This might be taken up in information and marketing campaigns once the product becomes available on the European market.Originality/valueSo far the empirical evidence on German consumers' acceptance of IVM is scarce. The present study addressed this research gap by focusing on a young sample with a high percentage of vegetarians and vegans and analyzing the role of food technology neophobia and different information treatments in a between-subject design.

Normative Data for Speech-in-Noise Perception Test in Young Adults with Normal Hearing: Gender and Ear Laterality Effects

Background and Aim: Adding noise to the speech audiometry tests increases the sensitivity and specificity of them. This study aimed to investigate the normative data for the Speech-in- Noise (SIN) perception test in normal-hearing adults aged 18–25, and evaluate the effect of gender and ear laterality on the test score. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 126 adults aged 18–25 years with mean(SD) of age: 22.28(1.61) years old participated. The SIN perception test using Persian monosyllabic words was performed in quiet and using 5 signal-to-noise ratios (SNRs; 0,± 5 and ± 10). Results: The mean of SIN perception score was 96.48, 91 and 82.79% at the SNRs of +10, +5, and 0 for the right ear, and 97.09, 91.42, and 84.11% at the SNRs of +10, +5, and 0 for the left ear, respectively. The interaction effect of gender and ear laterality had no statistically significant effect on the test results in quiet and at any SNRs (p&gt;0.05). Moreover, the main effect of gender on the test score was not significant (p&gt;0.05), and there was no significant difference in the test score between the right and left ears (p&gt;0.05). Conclusion: Given the importance of including the SIN perception test in the routine audiology tests, considering normative data for this test is important. The normative data found in this study for this test can be routinely used in audiology clinics. Keywords: Speech-in-noise recognition; word-in-noise recognition; noise; normative data; gender; laterality

Enhancing students’ nature of science understanding through project-based learning and mind mapping

This study aimed to investigate students' understanding of the nature of science (NOS) in project-based learning combined with mind mapping (PjBL-MM), students' NOS understanding across gender, and PjBL-MM and gender interaction's effect on students' NOS understanding of conservation education. It employed a pretest-post-test non-equivalent group design. The research population consisted of first-year students at the Biology Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. Thus, the study consisted of 98 students (40 males and 58 females) selected randomly from three different classes. The students' NOS understanding was assessed using the views of NOS type B questionnaire. The learning models' effectiveness was tested using ANCOVA. The results showed a significant difference in students' NOS understanding, PjBL-MM group reported the highest NOS score among all treatment groups in the Conservation education course. There is a significant difference NOS understanding between male and female students. Females outperformed males in NOS understanding. However, PjBL-MM and gender interaction did not affect students' NOS understanding. This study is expected to encourage the implementation of PjBL-MM to improve the students' NOS understanding. The educators are also expected to empower NOS understanding through students' active participation in science by implementing project-based learning combined with mind mapping techniques.

The association between sharing something difficult on social media and mental well-being among adolescents. Results from the "LifeOnSoMe"-study.

Social media use is part of everyday life for adolescents. Over the last decade, concerns about the potential negative effects of social media use on mental health and well-being has been raised. Possible positive effects of social media use have to a lesser extent been explored. However, some studies have found associations between social support on social media and well-being. Self-disclosing thoughts and feelings on social media might provide social support and positively affect well-being. The current study aimed to explore adolescents' experiences with sharing something difficult on social media and the association with well-being. The survey data in this cross-sectional study were collected from a sample of 2023 adolescents from senior high schools (mean age 17.4, 55.6% females). Mental well-being was measured using the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being scale (WEMWBS). Multiple linear regression adjusting for age, gender, social media frequency/duration of use, and the number of close friends was used to explore the association of sharing something difficult on social media and mental well-being. The findings indicated that sharing something difficult on social media, either with a few friends/family members or in a public post, was associated with lower well-being. Perceived social support (easier to talk about, received support, positive experience) after sharing something difficult was associated with higher well-being. Females reported sharing something difficult more than boys, but no interaction effect of gender was found in the associations between private or public sharing and well-being. The results indicate that social media can serve as a supportive environment for adolescents. Future research may want to explore additional aspects of adolescents' social media use, sharing, and well-being, such as differences in public and private sharing. Such contributions will increase the knowledge base of optimal ways to seek social support through social media.