How Social Media Brings Out the Worst in Us

Is social media harming my well-being? This is a question I often ask myself, wondering if I should keep using it or take a deliberate break from it. As someone who follows the science of well-being, I’ve seen its potential for harm and the benefits of not using it. But I also enjoy it and […]

The Rise of Cosmetic Surgery in the Social Media Era

Recent studies reveal that 70% of young adult women and 60% of young adult men are unhappy with their bodies. This troubling statistic coincides with the increasing normalization and availability of cosmetic surgery. In 2023 alone, Canadians underwent 35 million aesthetic procedures—a staggering 40% increase from four years prior. But what’s fueling this sharp rise? […]

Seven Insights From Teens About Social Media and…

For better or for worse, social media has become the go-to for hot takes and heated debate, whether it’s about the election, movies, or pizza. But for parents and others who care about kids, the most important discussion at the moment is about the existence of social media itself, and how it affects the Mental […]

Warning Labels on Social Media Should Be Applauded

One day in seventh grade, my “training bra” fell out of my bag at school. A few boys got hold of it, tossed it around jokingly, and were inspired to give me the nickname “NoMo” for no movement, an apt but cruel description of my breasts, which certainly didn’t move or bounce like those of […]