In this conversation, Benjamin Rosen, Ph.D., LCP and Shari Rogers, LCSW offer an overview of the connections between social media and adolescent mental health. Staff therapists and colleagues at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, they explore both the potential benefits, such as fostering connections and providing support; as well as the potential risks, including exposure to harmful content, cyberbullying, and the potential for excessive use. The aim of this offering is to equip parents with the knowledge and tools necessary to help their teens navigate the complexities of maintaining wellness while living and thriving in the digital age.
Listen in to identify how social media use can both positively and negatively impact teens’ mental and social well-being. You'll also gain tools to guide your teen in creating a balanced and healthy lifestyle that incorporates both digital and non-digital activities. Plus, you'll develop the ability to recognize specific risk factors that may make your teen more susceptible to negative impacts of social media use; and learn strategies for addressing those factors.
