May
17
KEY POINTS: Social comparison is normal How we use the comparison determines how it affects us Looking for inspiration and ideas expands our world Focusing on things we can't change undermines our self-worth With practice, we can control how we react Everyone Compares Themselves to Others Social comparison has a...
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May
16
You only have to look at the number of shelves devoted to self-help in bookstores, the quantity of wellness apps in the App Store, or the frequency of self-care posts on Instagram to see that self-help and self-care are popular topics. This is actually a very good sign. Self-help and...
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May
16
Parents should assume that, at some point, their child will come across something inappropriate online, such as porn or violence, that can be upsetting or scary. Younger children are more likely to have this happen by accident. Older children may be curious. Just like the Playboy Magazines hidden under the...
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May
04
Instagram for Kids Key Points: Don’t rely on tech companies to protect your kids’ mental health. Kid-friendly apps don’t solve the potential psychological problems of social media use. Parental influence decreases relative to that of peers during the tween and teen years, increasing the importance of social acceptance and rejection....
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Apr
27
KEY POINTSDark Triad personality traits including entitlement, deception, lack of empathy, and manipulation are common among reality TV characters.Dark Triad traits are also associated with con artists. On realiy shows, manipulation and self-interest attract viewers because conflict activates emotion and drama.Brands should be cautious about who they choose to represent...
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Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.