Keywords
social media, mental health, anxiety, depression, community, doom scrolling, TikTok, Instagram, youth, resilience
Summary
This conversation explores the multifaceted impact of social media on mental health, particularly among youth. It discusses the risks associated with excessive use, such as anxiety and depression, while also highlighting the potential benefits of community and support found online. The speakers emphasize the importance of mindful engagement with social media and the need for resilience in navigating its challenges.
Takeaways
• Social media can exacerbate mental health issues.
• Doom scrolling leads to negative thinking and mood.
• Instagram is particularly harmful for young people's mental health.
• Finding supportive communities online can be beneficial.
• Mindful engagement with social media is crucial.
• Setting time limits can help manage social media use.
• Curating your feed can improve your experience.
• Parents should discuss social media content with their children.
• Resilience can be built through constructive engagement.
• Social media's role in work can blur personal boundaries.
Sound Bites
• "Social media can actually be quite uplifting."
• "The content itself can often be damaging."
• "It really is a messy environment."
Chapters
00:00Exploring the Landscape of Social Media
01:58The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
06:48Positive Aspects of Social Media
11:44Navigating Negative Trends and Comparisons
13:57Accountability and Responsibility of Platforms
21:31Building Resilience Against Online Criticism
Questions
If you have a question you would like to hear discussed, please drop us an email at barkingmadpodcast@outlook.com
Resources
Feeling out of sorts? Here are some quality mental health resources:
Lifeline 131114 or online here https://www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/
Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
E-Couch https://ecouch.com.au/
Relationships Australia https://relationships.org.au/
1800Respect 1800737732 or https://www.1800respect.org.au/
National Alcohol and Other Drugs Hotline 1800250015
Headspace for 12-25 https://www.headspace.com/articles/how-to-improve-self-esteem
Kids Helpline for 5-25 https://kidshelpline.com.au/
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