Mastodawn

Dr. Mitch Prinstein May 5, 2023

Amazing paper by the Amazing @TAYA_Lab!!
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RT @TAYA_Lab
🚨 Pub alert! Brief review & commentary on social media as a double-edged sword for adolescent mental health. My 1st pub with TAYA grad students @ZelalKilic1 & @ClaireDStout 💫 and my 21st with TAYA student @SavRRoberts! 🔥 Free link for 50 days ⬇️ RT 🚨

https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1h0cd9UVXlhpSE#.ZFUDNttl1AA.twitter
https://twitter.com/TAYA_Lab/status/1654479351717429251

Dr. Mitch Prinstein May 3, 2023

I have an URGENT QUESTION for @Apple & @Microsoft:

Do the three dots mean:
a) they are typing on their device?
b) in that app?
c) or in that specific chat msg window?

Or does this differ for each app, platform..

Note: Your answer will impact billions' psychological health!

Dr. Mitch Prinstein May 2, 2023

Today, in this awesome report, the US @Surgeon_General shows that psychological and physical health are inextricably intertwined & discusses the importance of our social experiences.

In other words, the @Surgeon_General is brilliant and amazing! https://hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/priorities/connection/index.html

Social Connection — Current Priorities of the U.S. Surgeon General

Humans are wired for social connection, but we’re becoming more isolated over time. Loneliness and social isolation represent significant threats to individual and societal health and well-being. Social connection can lead to healthier, more prosperous and resilient individuals and communities. Learn more about how we can work together to advance social connection and improve our nation’s public health.

Dr. Mitch Prinstein May 1, 2023

RT @APA
"We should be thinking about mental health in the exact same way we do physical health. We should be building mental health resilience and competencies into every kid, K-12, in every community."—@mitchprinstein
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/new-data-shows-kids-mental-health-crisis-parents-98868863

As new data shows kids in a mental health crisis, parents ask, where is the help for kids?

Good Morning America

Dr. Mitch Prinstein Apr 19, 2023

Psych science suggests that discussions of LGBTQ+ identities, and inclusive environments, not only improve outcomes for LGBTQ+ youth, but for ALL youth!! This policy is NOT consistent with the science and will likely affect kids' grades, mental health.

https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/called-dont-gay-rules-expanded-12th-grade-florida/story?id=98691183#:~:text=For%20Grades%204%20through%2012,or%20her%20student%20not%20attend%2C%22

So-called 'Don't Say Gay' rules expanded through 12th grade in Florida

Classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity is limited.

ABC News

Dr. Mitch Prinstein Apr 18, 2023

How much would I need to pay to get #ChatGPT to answer all of my emails for me???

Dr. Mitch Prinstein Apr 16, 2023

Thanks for highlighting the science of social media!
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RT @lizzieohreally
The debate over social media and kids so so fraught. I wanted to understand what the science really says. With @mitchprinstein https://slate.com/podcasts/what-next-tbd/2023/04/kids-brains-on-social-media
https://twitter.com/lizzieohreally/status/1647592018481143811

Will Banning Social Media Help Kids?

Blanket social media bans aren’t the answer, but reform is promising.

Slate

Dr. Mitch Prinstein Apr 13, 2023

I got 6 out of 8 right. Hmm...

How about you?

https://spotthetroll.org/share/6

Can you Spot-the-Troll?

Test your ability to decipher between troll activity and authentic social media content. Learn the signs of a possible troll account.

Spot-the-Troll Quiz

Dr. Mitch Prinstein Apr 12, 2023

The pendulum has swung to its extremes, and here come the more nuanced, in-depth science messages next. This is how change occurs, and it's always exciting to get a chance to play a role. Thanks @FatherlyHQ for this one: https://www.fatherly.com/news/the-case-against-social-media-bans-mitch-prinstein-interview-utah
I hope it's useful for all… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1646223934021402624

The Case Against Social Media Bans — And A Better Way Forward For Kids

The American Psychological Association’s Mitch Prinstein on the problems with Utah’s social media ban — and what parents should do about screens.

Fatherly

Dr. Mitch Prinstein Apr 6, 2023

Just a quick note to say that @JacquelineNesi is awesome!!!!! #Proud
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RT @JacquelineNesi
Our new research report is out! @commonsense @SupreetMannPhD @mikrobb1

We asked adolescent girls what THEY think about social media, how it impacts their wellbeing, and what kinds of experiences they're having online.

Check it out here!👇
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/research/teens-and-mental-health-how-girls-really-feel-about-social-m…
https://twitter.com/JacquelineNesi/status/1641464099228860419