MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY BLOG – DR. PAM

Oct 14

A generation of anxious parents are buying into fear-based tech restrictions that won't protect kids or prepare them for the digital world. Photo: Rido/Canva

Are Our Kids Anxious or Just Unprepared?

Technology use strategies that don't teach media literacy will fail our kids Key Points: Tech bans and limiting access don't teach kids essential skills for making good decisions on and offline. Social media platforms amplify challenges like bullying, peer pressure, and FOMO, but they did not create them. Kids'... read more →

Oct 14

Using Your Phone First Thing Can Ruin Your Day

Morning media habits can sabotage your productivity, but some simple hacks can boost your mood and focus throughout the day. Key Points Checking our phones before we’re out of bed can drain our mental energy and leave us unprepared for the day. Starting the day with negative content can lower... read more →

October 14, 2024
Pamela Rutledge
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Digital Literacy, Positive Media Psychology, Wellbeing

Aug 23

Why Scrolling Isn’t a Cure-All for Boredom

Mindless scrolling and fast-forwarding through digital content to avoid boredom can backfire. Here are 4 tips to manage boredom without going right to your phone. Key Points: Boredom signals the need for meaningful engagement, not just a lack of activity. Digital switching can increase boredom, not cure it. Immersing in... read more →

Jun 28

Why Warning Labels on Social Media Will Hurt, Not Help Kids

Kids don't need fear-based restrictions. They need digital literacy to learn how to build safe and healthy relationships with technology. Key Points Warning labels and restrictions don’t teach kids to make smarter choices. Social media is here to stay; let’s prepare kids to handle the digital world, not shield them... read more →

Jun 03

How to Protect Your Brain from Election Stress

Political campaigns can increase stress and strain relationships. These strategies will help you build resilience and keep your cool during elections. Key Points Political turmoil keeps stress hormones high with adverse psychological and physical consequences. Social media amplifies biased information, encourages partisanship, and undermines the motivation to discern fact from... read more →

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Are Our Kids Anxious or Just Unprepared?

Using Your Phone First Thing Can Ruin Your Day

Why Scrolling Isn’t a Cure-All for Boredom

How to Protect Your Brain from Election Stress

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