Mental health in a digital world: Finding Balance with Technology
How screens, social media, and constant connection shape our mental well-being and what we can do to protect it.
Reviewed by
Rory Nicol, RP on Apr 27, 2023
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If you’d like a deeper dive into the numbers, trends, and research on how
technology impacts our mental health, we’ve created a visual guide that breaks it all down.
This slideshow explores:
- How common mental health challenges are worldwide
- The rapid growth of smartphone and social media use
- The connection between digital habits, happiness, and loneliness
- Research showing links between screen time and depression
- Why finding balance is not complete disconnection but key
External Resources to Explore
When we’re
talking about mental health in a digital world, it helps to back up ideas with solid research. Here are a few trusted resources that can support readers who want to dig deeper:
- World Health Organization (WHO) – The WHO shares global mental health data and reports on how digital life impacts well-being. You can explore their mental health overview to understand how widespread these challenges are worldwide.
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- National Institutes of Health (NIH) – The NIH provides research-backed insights into the links between social media, screen time, and mental health outcomes like depression and anxiety. Their research database is a reliable place to explore scientific findings.
Read the full report here
- Medical News Today – This site explains topics like digital detox, social media use, and mental health in accessible language. Their article on digital detox mental health is a good place to start if you’re wondering how breaks from technology can help.
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- American Psychological Association (APA) – The APA offers practical guidance on how to set healthy boundaries with technology and social media. Their technology and mental health resources provide tips that are easy to put into practice.
Read the full article here
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