UniversityofBath OP t1_j0gkvwc wrote
Reply to comment by John271095 in Hi! I’m Dr Lucy Maddox from Bath University (UK). I’m a clinical psychologist researching compassionate care and things that can get in the way. I have a new book out called A Year To Change Your Mind, about how psychology can help with everyday life by UniversityofBath
The picture here is very interesting and researcher Amy Orben has done some fab work in this area: https://www.amyorben.com
It depends on how we use social media. If we use it to compare ourselves negatively to others and to isolate ourselves then it's unhelpful. If we seek out accounts which are affirming and social links which help us feel connected then it can be helpful.
We need to be careful though, I think, as some dilemmas which occur online e.g. sharing personal photos with wide groups of people, can have devastating effects on young people
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