Healthy Illini Podcast
EP 64 Social Media & Mental Health

Social media has its benefits and drawbacks. It can help us stay connected with friends and family, inform us about the latest news, or find events happening in our communities. On the negative side, some of us seek validation through social media which can take a mental and emotional toll. Striving to find a healthy balance can be a challenge. Today's guest addresses the concerns of too much engagement on social media and how to scale back so you can have a healthy space with your social media use.
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- 14 Feb 2023
Social media has its benefits and drawbacks. It can help us stay connected with friends and family, inform us about the latest news, or find events happening in our communities. On the negative side, some of us seek validation through social media which can take a mental and emotional toll. Striving to find a healthy balance can be a challenge. Today's guest addresses the concerns of too much engagement on social media and how to scale back so you can have a healthy space with your social media use.