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Social Media and Identity: A High School Principal and Headmaster on Navigating the Digital World | Episode 99
Season 4 Episode 99
Is the person you are online the real you? In this episode, we tackle the complex relationship between social media and teen identity. With over 5 billion users online, the pressure to create a perfect digital self is greater than ever, resulting in a "culture of comparison" that affects student mental health and self-worth.
But is it all bad? We're joined by two leaders in education, a high school principal and an international school headmaster, for a powerful conversation about the challenges and opportunities of growing up online.
Listen to learn about:
- Practical strategies for schools and parents to teach digital citizenship.
- The positive ways students can use social media to find community and build confidence.
- How to combat the negative effects of online pressure and comparison.
- Expert advice for students on building an authentic and healthy identity, both on and off the screen.
Whether you're a student, parent, or educator, this episode provides essential insights into one of the most significant challenges facing young people today.
Published on 2 weeks ago