Experts Warn 'Sadfishing' on Social Media May Signal Deeper Psychological Issues

The trend involves users exaggerating personal struggles online, potentially indicating underlying mental health concerns.

'Sadfishing' is the act of posting exaggerated emotional content to gain sympathy on social media.
Research links the trend to anxious attachment rather than a lack of social support.
Psychologists observe the behavior across various age groups and social media platforms.
Experts advise real-life connections and professional help as healthier alternatives.
Some posts have led to welfare checks due to alarming content.