We’ve reached a point in time where most of our kids have grown up with digital media as a way of life. Social media, instant viral news, e-learning, digital surveillance – it’s all here to stay. And it’s not all bad. But there are some legitimate concerns about how it’s impacting the mental health and safety of young people.

In this episode of Shrinking It Down, we revisit some of the most helpful conversations we’ve had about digital media’s impact on our kids and teens. From issues related to body image and gaming disorder, to ways we can help our young digital natives become more digitally vigilant, Gene, Khadijah, and other experts share practical advice for every caring adult. 

To hear to any of the previous episodes in full or see the resources shared in their write ups, check out our media list, below. 

Media List

• Unsettled About Instagram?
• Body Image and Young People, feat. Holly Peek, MD, MPH
• Gaming Disorder, with Steven Schlozman, MD
• Media Literacy and Mental Health, feat. Michael Robb, PhD
• Kids Under Surveillance! with Steve Schlozman, MD
• BONUS: Asking About Social Media

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Music by Gene Beresin

Episode produced by Sara Rattigan

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