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Here is a glance at this episode…
[1:11] Dr. Des gives an overview of the article and provides background on the eight-year study of social media impact on the mental health
[3:11] Ms. Tae opens up with her mental health views and how social media plays a significant role.
[9:15] Ms. Tae discusses how social media makes individuals seek validation.
[10:15] Ms.Tae discuss how the younger generation is dealing with social media in a pandemic
[15:06] Dr. Des talks about the stressors of social media and putting on a perfect face.
[19:25] Dr. Des and Ms. Tae talk about taking mental health breaks from social media.
[24:00] Dr. Des shares how social media algorithm works.
[33:47] Ms. Tae poses the question: What age should parents let their kids get on social media?
[44:14] Dr. Des and Ms. Tae sneaking on social media *StoryTime*
[42:57] Dr. Des and Ms. Tae share their views on what the article needs for further research
[47:09] Increasing research on social media influences on minorities mental health and chronic disease
The article mentioned in this episode: Does time spent using social media impact mental health? An eight-year longitudinal study. Coyne, Sarah M.; Rogers, Adam A.; Zurcher, Jessica D.; Stockdale, Laura; and Booth, McCall, "Does time spent using social media impact mental health?: An eight year longitudinal study" (2019).
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