With the pandemic encouraging less face-to-face interaction, the usage of cell phones, and other electronic technology has drastically increased. In particular, adolescents have been drawn to social media platforms such as Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or Snapchat. It can help fulfill young people’s social connectedness needs, allowing young users to access a diverse network of people and create strong, positive relationships that fulfill their needs for social connection. However, increased digital usage is linked to increases in anxiety and/or depression. It could also expose them to cyberbullying. This panel discussion will give caregivers the information and tools to help encourage and navigate healthy usage with their children.

Registration Link: https://give.austinchildguidance.org/event/mental-health-impacts-of-digital-usage-on-young-people/e389904

Monday, February 28th, 2022
6:00-7:30 PM CT

Free and open to the public