Ever wondered why you feel an undeniable pull to check social media, only to feel unsatisfied, disconnected, and like you're missing out? Our teenage years are already full of challenges, and this digital age has added a whole new layer of complexity. Join us, Joseph and Madison Whalen, as we strip back the glossy veneer of social media and dive into the phenomenon of FOMO, or the fear of missing out, which is having a profound impact on teenagers today.
Not only do we share the unsettling ways FOMO influences teens' mental health, causing anxiety, depression, and disrupted sleep patterns, but we also guide you through strategies to fight it. From limiting social media usage to maintaining a gratitude journal, volunteering, spending time outdoors, and seeking professional help when needed, we reveal tools that could potentially help teens navigate these treacherous waters. The digital world is here to stay, but with awareness and action, we can help our teens turn the tide on FOMO and steer towards healthier, happier lives. Tune in to explore this critical issue and gain some valuable insights.
Insights Into Teens: Episode 177 ”Unconscious Bias” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 177 ”Unconscious Bias” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 176 ”Distorting Parental Rights” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 176 ”Distorting Parental Rights” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 175 “Overcoming Overthinking” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 175 “Overcoming Overthinking” (Audio)
Insights Into Tomorrow: Episode 21 ”Is The Supreme Court Broken” (Video)
Insights Into Tomorrow: Episode 21 ”Is The Supreme Court Broken” (Audio)
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 151 ”Indy Strikes Back: The Disney Firesale” (Video)
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 151 ”Indy Strikes Back: The Disney Firesale” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 174 “Ways to Improve Mental Health Without Therapy” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 174 “Ways to Improve Mental Health Without Therapy” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 173 “Cancel Culture” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 173 “Cancel Culture” (Video)
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 150 “A Strong Finish” (Video)
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 150 “A Strong Finish” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 172 “What does it mean to be Woke” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 172 “What does it mean to be Woke” (Audio)
Insights Into Tomorrow Episode 20: ”Don’t Touch That Dial” (Video)
Insights Into Tomorrow Episode 20: ”Don’t Touch That Dial” (Audio)
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