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Impact of social media on mental health and self-esteem

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    Marsha Clark
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    Social media can definitely have a negative impact on mental health and self-esteem. Seeing other people’s seemingly perfect lives and bodies can make us feel like we’re not measuring up.

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    Teresa Samuels
    Participant

    I think social media can also be addictive, which can have its own negative impact on mental health. It’s so easy to get caught up in scrolling and constantly checking for notifications, which can be really distracting and draining.

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    Ruth McCartney
    Participant

    I’ve found that some social media accounts that focus on body positivity and self-love have been really helpful for me in boosting my own self-esteem.

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    Katherine Crandall
    Participant

    One thing to consider is that social media can be a really powerful tool for social change. It can help raise awareness about important issues and mobilize people to take action.

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    Dorothy Labbe
    Participant

    That’s true. It’s up to us to set boundaries around social media use and to be mindful of how it’s affecting our mental health. We can also make a conscious effort to curate our social media feeds to include more positive and uplifting content.

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    Derek Holmes
    Participant

    It’s important to recognize that social media isn’t inherently good or bad for mental health and self-esteem. It’s all about how we use it and the habits we form around it.

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    Angeline Barraza
    Participant

    Social media can also have some positive effects on mental health. For example, it can help us connect with others who share our interests and experiences, and it can be a great source of support and validation.

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    Helen Miller
    Participant

    I agree. It can be really hard to remember that social media is just a highlight reel and not an accurate representation of someone’s entire life. But it’s easy to get sucked into comparing ourselves to others and feeling like we’re not good enough.

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