{
  "abstract": "Purpose This study investigates how social media affects the mental well-being and resilience of Ukrainian families displaced by the ongoing war. Specifically, it looks at how social media impacts the stress levels and coping strategies of parents who faced the Russian invasion that began on February 24, 2022.Methods We conducted detailed interviews with 12 caregivers who regularly used social media while in Ukraine and during their relocation period. The purpose of these interviews was to understand how social media impacted their experiences during displacement, resettlement, and stress management. The data was analyzed through a thematic approach, focusing on patterns and themes in the participants’ responses.Results Initial results from interviews with five participants demonstrate that social media played a crucial role in their experiences. It provided essential communication, information, and emotional support, which helped in building resilience, maintaining well-being and navigation during the conflict. These early findings suggest that social media can be a key resource in coping with displacement and war-related stress. Further investigation is needed to fully understand the detailed experiences and outcomes related to social media use among Ukrainian refugees.Results Preliminary findings indicate the significant role of social media in helping refugees adapt and cope in crisis situations, suggesting that it could be a valuable resource in supporting mental health and resilience during conflicts. Ongoing research will continue to explore these themes in order to provide more comprehensive insights.",
  "authors": [
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, Canada"
      ],
      "name": "Ripudaman Minhas"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, Canada"
      ],
      "name": "Iryna Dvoretska"
    }
  ],
  "title": "103 The role of social media on Ukrainian refugees’ stress levels during the war",
  "uid": "35f6efd5-7488-59d6-9464-2d15ba24d604"
}