Title: The Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health - Smart Social
Headings: The Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health
The Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health
Studies link excessive screen time to mental health issues
Remind students they are not alone
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Online Safety and Mental Health Advice from Dean McCoubrey of MySociaLife.com
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Tips for helping students develop a healthy relationship with screen time
Curate your “friend” list and think before you post on social media
Engage in meaningful activities with friends during screen time
Playing through the screen
Ask your family members to help
Designate screen free times and areas in your home
Be respectful, resilient, and responsible on social media
Restrict your own access to social media
Focus on achievements and less on aesthetics
Remember that social media is only part of the story
Find more offline activities that make you feel good
SmartSocial.com Founder Josh Ochs shares tips to help prevent excessive social media use
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Dr. Nicole Beurkens, Clinical Psychologist
While things like social media and multiplayer video games allow children to connect and socialize with one another, research has shown that they can also increase isolation and feelings of loneliness. There is a concern that these activities lead to reduced social skills, as children do not experience enough social engagement in real-time with peers. Tips to develop a healthy relationship with screen time: Have certain times and places where devices aren’t used. Device free meals and not having devices in the bedroom at night are two simple starting points
Turn off notifications for apps to reduce problems with distraction, especially during school and homework time
Be aware of how much time you’re spending on devices, and what you’re doing on them. Use the Screen Time feature, or an app like Qustodio, to monitor how much time you’re spending on different activities. This helps you make more informed decisions about how you want to be spending your time
Talk to parents or other trusted adults if you notice that you’re having a hard time managing your device use or you’re seeing and hearing things online that concern you
Be respectful, resilient, and responsible on social media
Clarence McFerren II
Clarence McFerren II, Speaker, Educator, Author
As an educator, I’ve seen students victimized or shamed due to social media posts. Virtual bullying can eventually lead to in-person bullying. I’ve had students who have hurt themselves, become suicidal, and institutionalized all because of things that happened on social media. It’s of the utmost importance that students are educated about social media etiquette and mental health awareness – not only as separate entities but collectively.