Description
This 2023 advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General highlights the effects of social media on youth mental health, offering key insights for professionals working in prevention. It outlines risks, benefits, and actionable strategies to help child welfare and mental health practitioners support young people in developing safe digital habits. By integrating these recommendations, the prevention workforce can play a crucial role in fostering positive online environments and mitigating potential harms to youth well-being.
Developers
U.S. Surgeon General
Keep the Momentum Going
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Description
This 2023 advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General highlights the effects of social media on youth mental health, offering key insights for professionals working in prevention. It outlines risks, benefits, and actionable strategies to help child welfare and mental health practitioners support young people in developing safe digital habits. By integrating these recommendations, the prevention workforce can play a crucial role in fostering positive online environments and mitigating potential harms to youth well-being.
Developers
U.S. Surgeon General
Keep the Momentum Going
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