AMA Citation Guide - Social-media-post

How to Cite a Social Media Post in AMA: Format and Examples

Complete guide to citing social media posts in AMA style.

Citation Format

1. Author AA [@username]. First portion of post. Platform. Published Month Day, Year. Accessed Month Day, Year. URL.

Example

1. Smith JA [@researchmethods]. New study findings. Twitter. Published January 15, 2024. Accessed January 15, 2024. twitter.com/example.

Important Notes

  • Use numbered citations
  • Include username
  • Add published, accessed dates, and URL

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