Talk With A Doc

Host Jennifer Semenza welcomes guest, Dr. Elizabeth Meade, a board-certified pediatrician, and speaker for the American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health to discuss the impact of social media on children and teenagers.

Dr. Meade emphasizes the importance of teaching kids how to use social media safely and appropriately, rather than simply discouraging its use. The conversation covers the benefits of social media for staying connected and fostering creativity, the potential dangers such as cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content, and the importance of privacy and data security.

Dr. Meade also shares practical advice for parents on monitoring their children's social media usage, setting ground rules, and educating them about online safety.

 

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Here are links to the sites Dr. Meade mentioned in the episode:  American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health and Common Sense Media.

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