Mystery #1
What should you do if you're being cyberbullied?
Tell someone you trust immediately.
How can social media affect sleep?
on social media all night, phones emit blue light which creates sleep problems, etc.
Can social media affect you physically?
yes
What is something that can cause kidnapping?
Hackers, Strangers, Not updating privacy settings, etc...
What can happen if you talk with an online stranger?
kidnapping, digital kidnapping, being threatened/blackmailed, personal/private information can be stolen, etc
Who is affected more by social media, when it comes to mental health? Females or males?
Females
What is something that can cause mental health issues?
FOMO, cyberbullying, comparisons, etc
What is something depression can cause?
suicide/suicidal thoughts
Humans need connections with other people to survive. Does social media count as a connection?
No, only in-person connection releases the correct chemicals in the brain
What can happen if you get distracted by social media?
failing in school, bad grades, bad future, addiction, etc.
What chemical in the brain does social media release? dopamine
Dopamine
Who is more vulnerable to getting a mental health condition such as depression or anxiety: o, only in-person connection releases the correct chemicals in the brain, Adolescents (kids and teens) or adults.
Adolescents
How can you spend less time on social media?
participate in an outdoor activity, focus on your friends and family, set time limits for yourself, etc.
Social media is designed to be____.
Additive
What is misinformation?
fake information spread on social media or online websites