Doomscrolling & Anxiety: How Social Media Shapes Mental Health
Description:
In this Ollie Pod, we will explore the concept of doomscrolling and its impact on mental health. Through interactive discussions and evidence-based strategies, we’ll examine how constant exposure to social media content can affect emotional well-being, stress levels, and overall mental health. Participants will learn how to manage their social media habits, set healthy boundaries, and adopt a more balanced approach to consuming digital content. Join us to understand the psychological effects of doomscrolling and discover actionable ways to reclaim control over your digital life.
Learning Outcomes:
Recognise doomscrolling and its psychosocial impact: Understand how continuously consuming social media content can negatively affect emotional, social, and mental health.
Understand the link between social media and anxiety: Learn how social media habits contribute to heightened anxiety, stress, and burnout.
Develop strategies for healthy social media use: Discover how to set boundaries, limit exposure to negative content, and use social media mindfully to protect mental health.
Implement coping mechanisms for anxiety and stress: Learn effective ways to manage the stress and anxiety associated with doomscrolling, such as through digital detoxes and self-care routines.
Create a personalised action plan: Develop a plan to balance online habits and prioritise mental health by incorporating mindful social media practices into daily routines.
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