Impact of Technology and Social Media on Mental Health
Research suggests that excessive use of social media can contribute to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. However, setting boundaries and utilizing helpful apps can promote a healthy relationship with technology. Reach out to school counselors or national resources for support in times of need.
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LEONS MENTAL WELLNESS PART 3: TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL MEDIA
TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL MEDIA Research has shown that the more time a person spends on social media, the more likely they are to experience mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, isolation, and hopelessness. The more you re online, the more chances there are of being bullied or harassed or having something negative happen. Social media doesn t have to be a bad thing. It can help you connect in the real world, advance education, engage in healthy interests, etc. Create boundaries with social media; limit your time on your phone!
HELPFUL APPS MoodFit TalkSpace MY3 What s Up? IMoodJournal Calm SAM HeadSpace Happify Mood Kit MindShift DiveThru **some of these are free, some are not
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU Kelly Folmar, Guidance Counselor Rachel Hathaway, School Social Worker 10th-12th Last Names A-F All grades and last names folmark@leonschools.net hathawayr@leonschools.net Sam Norris, Guidance Counselor Sharon Rouse, New Horizons Counselor 10th-12th Last Names G-O All grades and last names norriss@leonschools.net rouses@leonschools.net Jason Wentz, Guidance Counselor Sarah Harris, Guidance Counselor 10th-12th Last Names P-Z All 9th Grade wentzj@leonschools.net harriss1@leonschools.net
NATIONAL RESOURCES 1-800-273-TALK National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-866-662-HELP The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Hotline Text HELP to 741741 Crisis Textline
