Understanding Social Media and Mental Health
This course teaches the learner about the impact that social media can have on someone's mental health and wellbeing, and what you can do to help keep yourself safe online.
Understanding Social Media and Mental Health
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Module 1
Social media and mental health
Psychology of social media use
Does social media cause mental health disorders and mental health issues?
Statistics
How can social media positively affect mental health?
How can social media negatively affect mental health?
Module 2
Social media addiction
Symptoms of social media addiction
Consequences of internet/ social media addiction
Social media and body image issues
Social media and depression and anxiety
Social media use and dysfunctional eating behaviours
Module 3
Social Media Use and Negative Pathologies
Cyberstalking
Catfishing
Module 4
Online-Offline Balance
Online support and health information
Useful contacts for staying safe
Assessment
Understanding Social Media and Mental Health Assessment