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Social media impact on youngsters' mental health

Heavy usage can have a negative impact on physical well being which in turn can affect mental health. This is particularly relevant when it comes to sleep disturbance. Several studies have linked sleep difficulties to screen time. Whether it’s the blue light of … See more

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R;pple -- help prevent self-harm and suicide Internet …

WebR;pple is a free web extension tool used to prevent self-harm and suicide. Alice Hendy decided to create it after losing her brother, Josh, to suicide in November …

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Children's Wellbeing Index Report 2023 Internet Matters

WebThe Children’s Wellbeing in a Digital World: Index Report 2023 is the continuation of our research into the impacts of the online world on children and young people. As we …

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Wellbeing apps for kids Internet Matters

WebTypes of wellbeing apps for kids. General wellbeing apps for kids. Apps to help manage anxiety. Apps to help with sleep. Counselling and therapy apps. Apps to learn about …

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Children's digital wellbeing: 2024 report Internet Matters

WebIn fact, the research shows that, overall, children’s digital wellbeing has improved over the last year. 63% of parents believe time online negatively impacts their children’s health. …

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Promoting positive body image with young people

WebTuning, editing and filtering. According to the Mental Health Foundation*, 37% teens aged 13-19 felt upset and 31% felt ashamed about their body image. Further research from …

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The impact of technology on children’s digital wellbeing

WebDifferences in positivity levels between parents. Parents of younger children (4-8 years old) were less positive about digital technology (59% net positivity) than …

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Is social media harming children's mental health

Web1. Be informed: Educate yourself about the social media sites your child is using so you can really understand what they are feeling. They are more likely to take your advice onboard …

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Public Health England's guidance for those with children’s …

WebHere is Public Health England's (PHE) guidance for parents and carers on supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing during the …

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Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle

WebHealth, Wellbeing & Lifestyle | Free lesson from Digital Matters. Learn how to recognise challenges online and when it’s time for a break.

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Social media benefits for young people Internet Matters

WebSocial media can help young people raise awareness of a particular cause that they are interested in to have a real-world impact on affecting change where they want to see it. …

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Dealing with risks from too much screen time Internet Matter

WebThe research found that “most teens wanted to take responsibility for their screen time themselves, without input from their parents.”. It’s important to involve children in the …

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Screen time campaign launched to support children Internet …

WebCarolyn Bunting, CEO of Internet Matters, said: “Screen time is a real challenge for most parents, so our campaign brings together the best advice and guidance for parents so …

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Online safety topics to teach children key skills Digital Matters

WebExplore online safety topics as a teacher, parent or child. Free lessons for teachers and interactive activities for kids make any topic interesting.

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What is generative AI and how can it impact kids

WebImpacts on critical thinking. An over reliance on generative AI might negatively impact children’s critical thinking skills. This is because it reduces …

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Apps to help kids get active Internet Matters

WebGeocaching. From healthy lifestyle to fitness motivation, Internet Matters has created a shortlist of age-appropriate apps and platforms to empower kids to develop healthy habits.

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Online gaming in young people and children Internet Matters

WebIn 2019, the global games market was worth $152 billion. With growing concerns about the amount of time children and teenagers spend playing online games …

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Common online scams targeting teens Internet Matters

WebFake loan or scholarships are common online scams targeting teens and parents looking for ways to pay for further education. These scams typically involve false …

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Online Gaming The Risks

WebAlthough there are some great benefits to online gaming for young people, there are important risk factors that might impact their wellbeing. Games can offer young people a …

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