What if the constant scroll of social media is shaping your mental health more than you realize? What if the very tools designed to connect us are wreaking havoc on our relationships, our self-image, and our mental well-being? This episode explores the murky waters of social media and its intriguing yet alarming impact on our mental health. Drawing from the recent American Psychological Association's advisory, we unpack the multifaceted issues surrounding this modern phenomenon. From our personal experiences to wider societal implications, our conversation aims to decode the complexities without any bias.The internet's public access since 1995, the dot-com boom, and the introduction of the like button and retweet in 2011 have undoubtedly revolutionized our world. Yet, the rapid, exponential growth of social media since 2007, brings along a mixed bag of impacts. This episode examines the good, the bad, and the ugly - shedding light on the behind-the-scenes psychological tactics that create an addictive environment. But it’s not all doom and gloom; we also discuss the positive influence of social media in our pandemic-stricken world.The role of parents and youth workers in helping young people understand and navigate the psychological effects of social media is crucial. The APA's guidelines for social media literacy offer a roadmap, but following it and enforcing boundaries can be daunting. Tune in as we discuss ways to break the vicious cycle of seeking dopamine hits from social media, the importance of ongoing conversations with teenagers, and the need for regular social media breaks. This enlightening conversation promises to help you, and your children, navigate the digital universe with wisdom and discernment. Don't miss out!Show Notes:- https://www.apa.org/topics/social-media-internet/health-advisory-adolescent-social-media-use- https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/sg-youth-mental-health-social-media-advisory.pdf- Jonathan Haidt - https://www.amazon.com/Coddling-of-American-Mind-audiobook/dp/B079P7PDWB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=391YHSRV5FDV2&keywords=jonathan+haidt+the+coddling+of+the+american+mind&qid=1692305709&sprefix=jonathan+ha%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-1- Scripture reflection: "8 Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable ​— ​if there is any moral excellence and if there is anything praiseworthy ​— ​dwell on these things. 9 Do what you have learned and received and heard from me, and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you. -- Philippians 4:8-9 (CSB)"

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