Social media is frequently painted by society as a purely negative force on our mental health and wellness. However, current research says that this isn't quite the complete picture. In our eighth episode of Wellspring, we dive into social media, and the different ways in which connecting with others digitally over Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc. can have either a positive or negative impact on our lives. We also share our personal social media journeys, with all of their ups and downs, and explain the role that social media platforms currently play in our daily lives.

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Referenced in this Episode:

How Social Media can be Positive for Wellness - Harvard School of Public Health

Does Taking a Social Media Break Positively Affect Well-Being? - Oxford University

How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Social Media - National Alliance on Mental Illness

Tasty Ricotta Cheese and Tomato Dip Recipe!

Graphics: Adithi Iyer

Intro Music: Cali by Wataboi