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 Entertainment: Episode 137 “Hate the system, not the Genie” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 138 ”The Great Debates: Controversial Topics Part 2” (Video)
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 136 “The Return of Disney Wars and Franchise Favorites”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 137 ”The Great Debates: Controversial Topics”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 135 “Getting Weird on the Yellow Brick Road”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 136 ”Downfalls of Teen Stereotyping”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 135 ”Dealing with Class Clowns”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 134 “Busting on Bob”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 134 ”Teens and Identity Theft”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 133 “Done with Disney”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 133 ”Teens and their Digital Footprint”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 132 “The Year In Review”
Holiday Special 2021: The Grinch Who Stole Christmas
Insights Into Teens: Episode 132 ”Holiday Fun and Games”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 131 “Getting Weird with Adele and the Gang”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 131 ”Teens and Complaining”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 130 ”Pluses, Contracts and The Final Frontier”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 130 ”Marching Band”
Insights Into Teens: Episode 129 ”Feminism”
Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 129 ”Dusting Off The Old Favorites”
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