• The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Is the ‘Like’ Button Destroying Our Minds? , October 4, 2024

  • Oct 4 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
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The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Is the ‘Like’ Button Destroying Our Minds? , October 4, 2024

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  • hrough an enthralling episode alongside the beautiful and heavenly-voiced Bianca Sea. Discover how the pursuit of likes, shares, and followers on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook is quietly impacting our mental health. Eric highlights the addictive nature of social media, the rise of cyberbullying, and the unrealistic beauty standards that harm self-esteem. This episode features Theodore Roosevelt’s quote, “Comparison is the thief of joy,” as we explore the mental toll social media is taking on our society. Key Points: 1. The Dopamine Effect of Social Media 2. Self-Esteem and Body Image Issues 3. The Pressure of Perfection 4. Cyberbullying’s Mental Health Toll 5. Impact on Real-World Relationships 6. Social Media Companies’ Responsibility Bianca Sea’s Contributions: • Bianca discusses how social media pressures, especially on teens and young adults, contribute to rising levels of anxiety and depression. Summary: Eric emphasizes how social media, while a tool for connection, can harm mental health by creating unrealistic expectations and fostering addiction-like behaviors. Balance and awareness are critical to maintaining well-being in the digital age. Call to Action: Stay engaged. Reflect on how social media impacts your mental well-being. 360x365, keep your head on a swivel. Danger never takes a day off. Thank You: Thank you for joining us on The Hostile Zone. Special thanks to Bianca Sea. Tune in for future episodes. Good night and keep exploring with an open heart.
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