Episode 89: How Social Media Affects Our Mental Health with Reena B. Patel

How can we manage our minds during the social media age? How can we best support our children and monitor their time on screens? How does “influencer culture” affect our kids’ mental health? Reena B. Patel is a renowned parenting expert, licensed educational psychologist, board-certified behavior analyst, and author of Winnie & Her Worries. For more than 20 years, Patel has had the privilege of working with families and children, supporting all aspects of education, mental health and positive wellness. She works extensively with typically developing children as well as children with exceptional needs, supporting their academic, behavioral and social/emotional development. Key Topics: - The way our brain has changed from social media - The negative impacts of social media on our mental health - The impact of influencer culture on adults and children - The use of positive psychology as a solution - The impact of gratitude - How help kids identify feelings and the physical symptoms of anxiety - The effect of screen time fatigue To learn more about her books and services, visit the website at www.reenabpatel.com, and to get more parenting tips, follow her on Instagram @reenabpatel. Get a free $75 credit on Indeed at indeed.com/spark