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What can make it hard to not compare yourself to other people?
What can make it hard to not compare yourself to other people?
Looking at other people's social media pages
What does the article suggest thinking of social media as, rather than an accurate portrayal of someone's life?
What does the article suggest thinking of social media as, rather than an accurate portrayal of someone's life?
A highlight reel
How does blue light exposure from devices potentially disrupt sleep patterns?
How does blue light exposure from devices potentially disrupt sleep patterns?
It stimulates parts of the brain that make us feel alert
Besides quantity, what aspect of online connections is important to consider for your well-being?
Besides quantity, what aspect of online connections is important to consider for your well-being?
What is one way to track the amount of time you spend of social media?
What is one way to track the amount of time you spend of social media?
What does the text suggest you do if you notice you feel anxiety from seeing posts online?
What does the text suggest you do if you notice you feel anxiety from seeing posts online?
What should you always do with findings when learning new information from social media?
What should you always do with findings when learning new information from social media?
Name one credible source you can use for healthcare information.
Name one credible source you can use for healthcare information.
How can spending time outside and with friends improve your mental health?
How can spending time outside and with friends improve your mental health?
What does the article define as FOMO?
What does the article define as FOMO?
Flashcards
Avoid social comparison
Avoid social comparison
Comparing yourself to others on social media can negatively impact self-worth. Remember, online content is often a highlight reel, not a full representation of reality.
Combat FOMO
Combat FOMO
Missing out (FOMO) can arise from social media use. Digital connections cannot replace real human connections.
Unplug before sleep
Unplug before sleep
The blue light from screens disrupts sleep. Logging off an hour before bed can help.
Connect meaningfully
Connect meaningfully
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Take digital breaks
Take digital breaks
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Verify Online Info
Verify Online Info
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Connect in Real Life
Connect in Real Life
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Study Notes
- Social media is a great way to stay in touch
Negatives of Social Media
- Social media can have downsides
- Comparing your life to others online can be difficult
- Validation can seem related to the number of likes or followers on a page
- Self-worth is not measurable online, nor does it exist relative to other people
- Social media is often a highlight reel
- It can put a damper on real social connections
- Viewing social media often merely shows the ups
Unplug for a Good Night's Sleep
- Social media and screen time has physical impacts that can disrupt sleep
- Blue light stimulates parts of the brain that makes us feel alert
- To avoid sleep disruption, log off devices one hour before bed
Support and Connect with Others
- Social media can connect people
- It can help maintain friendships despite physical distance
- You can curate a digital network
- Unfollowing those that bring you down is an option
Take a Break from Screen Time
- Social media and screen time can be a positive part of daily life in moderation
- Look out for the measure time tools
- Take time away from social media and devices if feeling sad or anxious online
- When limiting screen time, you're creating more time for enriching, real-world experiences
Information on Social Media
- Misinformation can easily spread
- It is important to always double check findings
- Use credible sources
- Credible sources for healthcare information are the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Improving Mental Health
- Spend time outside
- Talk with friends and family
- Stay active
- Make plans with people around you that will fulfill you
- Reach out to loved ones
- Do the little things during the day to bring joy
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Social media can have downsides, like comparing yourself to others. Self-worth is not measurable online. However, social media can help maintain friendships, despite physical distance.
