124. Social Media & Mental Health by Gavneet Kaur Pruthi Clinical Psychologist
Embedded Files
In this 124th masterclass session, RCI-registered clinical psychologist Gavneet Kaur Pruthi delivers an insightful masterclass on Social Media & Mental Health. Moderated by PCF team member Ms. Prerna, the masterclass traces the history and digital evolution of social media—from the first email in 1971 and the launch of Six Degrees in 1997 to Facebook, Instagram, and modern short-form platforms—while exploring its profound psychological impact on global users.The session analyzes both the positive impacts (global communication, online support groups, overcoming geographic barriers, and social movements like the #MeToo campaign) and the negative impacts (anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances from blue light, fear of missing out [FOMO], body image distortion, dopamine addiction, cyberbullying, and the modern "beauty pandemic"). Practical strategies are provided to foster a healthy relationship with technology.
🔑 Key Highlights & Themes Covered (Timestamps)
🔑 Key Highlights & Themes Covered (Timestamps)
🌐 Part 1: History of Social Media & Defining Mental Health
[06:44] — Origins of Social Media: Tracing digital networking milestones from Ray Tomlinson sending the first email in 1971, to the launch of Six Degrees (1997), Friendster (2002), LinkedIn (2003), Facebook (2004), and modern platforms like Instagram and TikTok [06:44].
[14:22] — Global Scale of Usage: Reviewing metrics showing over 42 billion/crore active global users, with nearly 98.8% accessing platforms predominantly via mobile devices [14:22].
[17:24] — WHO Mental Health Definition: Examining the World Health Organization's benchmark of mental health as a state of well-being encompassing self-awareness of abilities, productive coping with daily stress, and community contribution [17:24].
⚖️ Part 2: Positive vs. Negative Impacts on Mental Health
[19:56] — Positive Impacts: Exploring how social media enhances communication, combats loneliness via online support communities, breaks bureaucratic barriers, strengthens relationships, and amplifies social awareness campaigns (e.g., the 2006 #MeToo movement reaching 4.7 million users in 24 hours) [19:56].
[31:09] — Negative Impacts: Examining the psychological tolls—increased anxiety and depression, Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), melatonin suppression from blue light screen time, dopamine addiction from notification checks, cyberbullying, body image issues, and the "beauty pandemic" driving unrealistic cosmetic standards [31:09].
🛡️ Part 3: Actionable Strategies & Q&A
[46:54] — Digital Hygiene Strategies: Practical tools including setting screen time app limits, curating positive/motivational feeds, establishing a "digital curfew" before bedtime, and integrating mindfulness or therapy [46:54].
[50:30] — Audience Q&A: Addressing participant inquiries regarding screen time guidelines for young children (avoiding screens under 2 years), managing study time-management versus music/social media addiction, and regulating emotional sensitivity [50:30].
🎯 Who Is This For?
🎯 Who Is This For?
Students & Young Adults: Heavy social media users looking to understand the psychological traps of digital comparison, screen addiction, and FOMO [02:20].
Parents, Teachers, & Mental Health Professionals: Individuals seeking clinical insights and actionable digital hygiene strategies to protect children and clients from social media burnout [03:52].
🌐 Connect with Personality Care Foundation (PCF)
🌐 Connect with Personality Care Foundation (PCF)
To stay connected with clinically grounded masterclasses, holistic wellness sessions, and expert-led psychological frameworks, subscribe to the Personality Care Foundation channel.
Watch the full masterclass video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2t9BiZwZKQU
📢 Social media is a powerful tool, but your mental health comes first. Set your digital boundaries and protect your peace! Support scientific mental health awareness by clicking Like, Share, and Subscribe!
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse