LIFE WELL LIVED
2025
Healthy Social Media Habits for YOU!
Social media puts other people just keystrokes away. This helps some feel like they have more social support. But for others, it can increase isolation and depression. Use Your Time Wisely Spending more time online may be a sign that you’re withdrawing from others. Passively watching what others are doing online can make you feel more isolated. You might feel you’re missing out or being left out. Or it can make you think that other people have better lives than you. Watch for signs of withdrawing from others. Connect Carefully Social media can make substance use behaviors seem normal which can affect both teens and adults. Messages about ‘wine-mom’ culture that link alcohol use with ‘mommy needs a break at the end of the day’ link alcohol with positive self- care. But using alcohol to manage stress is not a healthy coping strategy. Seek Out Help Remember, you don’t need to struggle with mental health problems alone. There’s a common misconception that we can handle our mental health problems on our own, and that they’re not severe enough to warrant medical care. Don’t hesitate to reach out to a health care provider or mental health professional.
Suicide Awareness Month
People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. You can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.
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