Description:
The session aimed to explore the impact of social media on the mental health of teenage girls, identify the sources of anxiety related to social media, and provide effective coping strategies. Students were made aware of common sources of anxiety such as cyberbullying, comparison with peers, fear of missing out (FOMO), and pressure to maintain a perfect online persona.
Discussion on how social media anxiety affects mental health, including increased stress, low self-esteem, depression, and sleep disturbances.
In the session the students were told regarding Coping Mechanisms Strategies to manage social media use, such as setting time limits, curating a positive feed, and taking regular breaks.
Importance of real-life connections and activities to balance online interactions.
Techniques like mindfulness, meditation, and seeking support from friends, family, or counselors were also discussed.
The counseling session successfully highlighted the prevalence of social media anxiety among teenage girls and equipped them with practical tools to manage it.