A Meta-analysis of the Impact of Mental Health Communication on Entrepreneurs’ Management Perceptions and Performance: The Role of Social Media Discussions
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https://doi.org/10.52152/RCR.V12.14Keywords:
Mental Health Communication, Social Media Engagement, Entrepreneurs’ Management Perceptions, Entrepreneurial Performance, Meta-analysisAbstract
The rise of social media has revolutionized mental health communication, offering entrepreneurs accessible platforms to address psychological challenges. Entrepreneurs, often facing stress and isolation, can benefit significantly from engaging with mental health-related content. However, the specific impact of social media on their management perceptions and performance remains underexplored. This meta-analysis systematically reviewed 10 quantitative studies, employing the PRISMA framework to synthesize data. The Hunter-Schmidt method was used to calculate the weighted average effect size and assess variability and homogeneity across studies. The findings revealed a moderate positive relationship between mental health communication on social media and entrepreneurial outcomes, with an average effect size (r =0.4704). Low variance (Sr2 =0.0041) and a 95% credibility interval ([0.3684, 0.5724]) confirmed consistency across studies. Homogeneity testing (2 =2.99) indicated that variations in effect sizes were due to random sampling errors rather than systematic differences. Positive sentiments and active engagement, such as likes, comments, and shares, emerged as critical factors enhancing entrepreneurial decision-making, resilience, and performance. These findings emphasize the transformative role of social media in fostering mental health awareness and professional success. The study highlights practical implications for leveraging social media to support entrepreneurs’ mental well-being and sustainable business practices.
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