Mar 19, 2021
Social Media and Mental Health
Tips for families of older kids and teens from Common Sense Media. Read the article here.
Research + News | Topic: Mental Health
Mar 12, 2021
On TikTok, Mental Health Creators Are Confused For Therapists. That’s A Serious Problem
Creators who purport to reduce the stigma around mental health issues may be unintentionally spreading misinformation on the app, where people who post about mental health are easily confused with real professionals making similar content. Read the article here.
Mar 10, 2021
Many Teens Live Online, Alone. Here’s How To Stay Connected In The Pandemic
For many teens, the pandemic has created an environment in which most of their lives take place in the shadows. Read the article here.
Mar 1, 2021
An AI Is Training Counselors To Deal With LGBT Teens In Crisis
The Trevor Project, America’s hotline for LGBT youth, is turning to a GPT-2-powered chatbot to help troubled teenagers. Read the article here.
Feb 11, 2021
Teens, Social Media Use And Mental Health: What You Really Need To Know
There might be cause for concern, but that doesn’t mean you need to panic. Read the article here.
Jan 28, 2021
Social Media Damages Teenagers’ Mental Health, Report Says
One in three girls was unhappy with their personal appearance by the age of 14, compared with one in seven at the end of primary school. Read the article here.
Jan 13, 2021
Teens And Screens: Limits Are Even More Critical During Remote School
Experts have long urged limits on screen time for children, but a new study says it is even more critical during pandemic remote learning. Read the article here.
Jan 4, 2021
Experts Say This Is What Children Need To Survive The COVID-19 Pandemic
USA TODAY spoke with experts in child development on how remote school, reduced socialization and increased screen time is affecting kids. Read the article here.
Dec 16, 2020
Online 24/7, But Totally Disconnected – New Findings On Teen Isolation During COVID-19
Interviews and diary entries from nearly 50 California teenagers reveal that they’re sleeping and exercising less and spending more time on social media and gaming. Read the article here.
Nov 25, 2020
The Coronavirus, Social Media, And Teen Mental Health
Shifting trends over the last year reveal the roots of depression among young people. Read the article here.