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SOCIAL MEDIA FIRST AID
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Social Media Literacy
Social Media Awareness
Social Media Addiction/Social Media Dependency Disorder
Social Media Literacy
is the ability to navigate social media platforms critically and responsibly. It involves skills like fact-checking, privacy awareness, recognizing fake news, and practicing online etiquette to ensure safe and informed interactions.
Social Media Awareness
refers to having a conscious understanding of the impact and potential risks associated with using social media platforms. It involves being mindful of one's own online behaviors, the information shared, and the effects that social media can have on mental health, relationships, privacy, and overall well-being.
Social Media Addiction/Social Media Dependency Disorder
involves excessive and compulsive use of social media, disrupting daily lives and well-being. While both share similarities with behavioral addictions like gambling, dependency often disrupts routines without severely impairing functioning. In contrast, addiction leads to significant impairment and an inability to control usage despite negative consequences."
Social Media First Aid is not intended to replace professional mental health services or emergency interventions but rather acts as an immediate response to offer support, empathy, and guidance during crisis situations on social media. It aims to bridge the gap between the moment of distress and the availability of formal help, ensuring individuals feel heard and understood while encouraging them to seek appropriate assistance.
The Unplug Mentorship Program is curated for youth in 3rd-12th grade who may qualify for free/reduced lunch, could benefit from a positive adult role model, may struggle in school, and/or have low self-esteem. In order to participate in this mentoring program a child must have a least one risk factor mentioned above. If your child is accepted as a mentee, mentoring will occur at least once a month within the community or child's school.
Apply below, if you would like your child to participate in the Unplug Mentorship Program
Interested in our Unplug Mentorship Program?
Please complete the form to be considered for the mentorship program.