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Introduction To Social Media and Mental Health
Introduction To Social Media and Mental Health
AND
MENTAL HEALTH
Group members : Khoin Sokharayuth
Kong Chanboramey
Heng Soching
Level : J.6A
Taught by : Ms.Malina Seng
Years : 2023-2024
What is social
Social Media a digitalmedia?
websites and applications that
enable users to create and share content or to participate
in social networking.
The
solution
Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental
Well-being
Body Image and Self- Isolation and Loneliness Mental Fatigue
Esteem
Social media platforms often Excessive use of social media Constant exposure to the digital
promote unrealistic beauty can lead to a sense of isolation world through social media can
standards, leading to feelings of and disconnection from real-life lead to mental fatigue, affecting
inadequacy and low self-esteem interactions, leading to feelings concentration, sleep, and overall
among users who compare of loneliness and depression. cognitive function.
themselves to curated and filtered
images.
Cyber Bullying and Its Consequences on
Mental Health
Invisible Bullies Mental Health Impacts
1 2
Cyberbullying allows people to inflict Cyberbullying can lead to anxiety,
harm anonymously, causing fear and depression, and even suicidal thoughts,
distress to the victims without any especially in young individuals who are
physical confrontation. more vulnerable to its effects.
Long-term Trauma
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The psychological impact of cyberbullying can be long-lasting, affecting a person's sense of
safety and well-being into adulthood.
Strategies for Promoting Positive
Interactions on Social Media
Community Guidelines
Providing education about digital citizenship and promoting awareness about the effects
of negative interactions can foster a more empathetic online community.
Support Systems
Establishing support systems for individuals who face online hostility, including
reporting mechanisms and mental health resources, can help combat negative
interactions.
Importance of Digital Well-being and Self-
care
Balancing Screen Time Mindfulness Practices Seeking Professional
Help
Setting boundaries on screen Adopting mindfulness Encouraging individuals to
time and digital consumption techniques and self-care seek professional support from
is crucial for maintaining a routines can help individuals mental health professionals
healthy balance between manage the psychological when experiencing distress
online engagement and real- impact of social media and due to digital engagement is
life experiences. digital interactions. vital for overall well-being.
Conclusion and Key Takeaways