Authors Christopher Martin & Bettina Fabos Talk Social Media's Effect on Mental Health

[nbrady]

Discover thought-provoking Communication topics in the 13th edition of "Media & Culture" with co-authors Bettina Fabos & Christopher Martin. These captivating new modules, featured in Achieve this December, shed light on a variety of topical issues -- in this video the authors explore one of those very topics: social media's impact on mental health.

Exploring the evolution from its early days in 2004 to the present digital era,  issues like body dysmorphia and depression have spiked as a result of the online comparison-based ecosystem. This video offers insightful analyses of mental health challenges and offers some attainable small steps towards mitigating those issues. 

[stevediaz]

Thank you, nbrady, for sharing this insightful discussion. The evolution of social media and its profound impact on mental health is indeed a crucial topic. The rise in issues like body dysmorphia and depression highlights the need for more awareness and actionable strategies.

Christopher Martin and Bettina Fabos provide valuable perspectives on how we can navigate the challenges of the online world. The small steps they suggest for mitigating mental health issues are especially helpful. I'm looking forward to exploring these new modules in the 13th edition of "Media & Culture."