Social Media
Name 2 pros and 2 cons of social media
Pros: Entertaining, learn hobbies/interests, connect with friends, keep up with current events
Cons: Cyberbullying, scams, bad people, fake information, hate
Define cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices. It includes sending, posting, or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content or reactions about someone else.
Name 1 way to disconnect/monitor your social media usage
Monitor your screen time with digital wellness apps or weekly screen reports.
Set limits to reduce screen time with apps like ScreenZen.
What does it mean to be an upstander?
An upstander is someone who chooses to support a person who is being bullied or harassed.
What is the most popular online platform for teens in 2024?
Youtube is the most popular online platform among teens (93%)
(Pew Research, 2024)
Name 3 impacts of cyberbullying
Anger, Humiliation, Isolation, Depression/Mental Health, Physical Illness
Name 3 benefits to disconnecting
Notice your surroundings, Reduce physical pain, Reduce stress/anxiety, Being in the moment
Name 2 ways you can be an upstander online
Don't stay silent, Report comments, Spread positivity, Don't contribute to hate
What percentage of teens thought social media made them feel negatively about their bodies?
46%
(Bickham, D.S., Hunt, E., Bediou, B., & Rich, M. (2022))
What percentage of teens have experienced cyberbullying?
46% of teens are experiencing cyberbullying.
(Pew Research, 2022)
What percentage of teens said they often or sometimes feel peaceful when they don’t have their smartphone?
72% of U.S. teens say they often or sometimes feel peaceful when they don’t have their smartphone.
(Pew Research, 2024)
Surprise Question!
What does The Center for Empowerment and Education do?
Local nonprofit agency, provide services to all genders/ages, confidential and free, counseling, support groups, educational programs, 24/7 hotlines