Proven, practical steps, definitions, causes, and solutions to manage the risks and make the technology work for you—not the other way around.Growing research shows that we as a society have a social media social media use has a dark side, including elevated risk of depression and anxiety. But avoiding negative outcomes is not the only reason to educate ourselves about the pitfalls and learn to avoid them. Preserving the benefits of responsible social media engagement is also payoff worth pursuing. Learn your own vulnerabilities to social media useLearn to recognize when apps begin to take a toll on your mental healthChoose best practices to minimize risksAnd much more!This incredible resource book is packed with statistics, definitions, risks, and practical advice that you can apply to your life immediately. Arm yourself with the awareness to keep your mind and spirit healthy despite the addictive quality of various apps and sites. latest research on social media and mental healthDangers posed by excessive or imbalanced use of social media12 negative consequences to public health and wellbeing20 questions to self-assess whether social media is problematic for you7 signs to check your mental health7 tips for a technology detox9 strategies for healthy use of social mediaKey Filled with up-to-date research, this solid resource provides the most recent case studies on social media useEasy to Packed with summaries, checklists, and bullet lists, it's never been easier to digest practical and informative research Includes tips to make social media work for you rather than work against youEasy to Compact, lightweight, and easily fits in your hand, purse, and bag
Language
English
Pages
115
Format
Kindle Edition
Release
August 03, 2021
Social Media and Depression: How to be Healthy and Happy in the Digital Age
Proven, practical steps, definitions, causes, and solutions to manage the risks and make the technology work for you—not the other way around.Growing research shows that we as a society have a social media social media use has a dark side, including elevated risk of depression and anxiety. But avoiding negative outcomes is not the only reason to educate ourselves about the pitfalls and learn to avoid them. Preserving the benefits of responsible social media engagement is also payoff worth pursuing. Learn your own vulnerabilities to social media useLearn to recognize when apps begin to take a toll on your mental healthChoose best practices to minimize risksAnd much more!This incredible resource book is packed with statistics, definitions, risks, and practical advice that you can apply to your life immediately. Arm yourself with the awareness to keep your mind and spirit healthy despite the addictive quality of various apps and sites. latest research on social media and mental healthDangers posed by excessive or imbalanced use of social media12 negative consequences to public health and wellbeing20 questions to self-assess whether social media is problematic for you7 signs to check your mental health7 tips for a technology detox9 strategies for healthy use of social mediaKey Filled with up-to-date research, this solid resource provides the most recent case studies on social media useEasy to Packed with summaries, checklists, and bullet lists, it's never been easier to digest practical and informative research Includes tips to make social media work for you rather than work against youEasy to Compact, lightweight, and easily fits in your hand, purse, and bag