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How To Actually Help Kids Online
Feb 13, 2024
Discussion on the importance of meeting kids where they are online, exploring the creation of a digital mental health platform for youth, emphasizing targeted interventions and peer support, online support strategies on platforms like Discord and Twitch, empowering dynamic interventions for youth mental health, and addressing online problems with practical solutions
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- Focusing on meeting kids where they're at online can be more beneficial than restricting social media access for their mental health.
- Coco's approach of using digital mental health platforms tailored for individual needs can provide effective cognitive behavioral therapy-based support.
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Concerns about Child Online Safety and Mental Health Crisis
There is ongoing talk about child online safety with numerous bills proposed in Congress and states addressing the perceived crisis for kids online. While the mental health crisis is acknowledged, disagreements exist about its causes. Research suggests that teen mental health concerns predate social media and could be linked to the lack of unmonitored spaces for kids. Criticism is raised against solely blaming social media, advocating instead for digital outreach programs.
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