Social Media, along with gaming sites and instant messaging, allow teens to have 24/7 access to peer networks through cell phones and other mobile devices. 95% of teens have access to a smartphone and 45% say they are online “almost constantly.”
Risk of mental health problems such as social anxiety and depression
Better sleep and improved mental health
Exposure to bullying, rumor spreading and peer pressure
Less stress and improved productivity
Sleep deprivation
More confidence and more physical activity
Unrealistic views of other people's lives
Improved social life
Kayshini believes that young people are entitled to a safe place online- one in which they can be themselves, express and share their views comfortably.
She raises awareness about how they ‘curate’ their safe space- and how they can block any negativity coming their way. She and others created a guide for safe and effective social media use.
The Center for Humane Technology, founded by Tristan Harris, a former ethicist at Google, has launched a lobbying effort with media watchdog group Common Sense Media to build awareness about tech addiction.
It targets 55,000 public schools across the country. Common Sense Media said its campaign is “modeled on anti-smoking drives and focuses on kids due to their vulnerability.”
Cartoons distributed in all schools showing effects of overusing social media
Awareness campaign tackling cyberbullying
Wall of hatred language in social media
Teaching younger friends how to be safe online
