In Good Health

Am I addicted to my phone?

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How can we best use technology without being absorbed by it? In this episode, we talk with Dr Megan Lim to discuss the benefits and impacts of technology on our health, as well as some practical tips on what balancing screen time actually looks like.


Show notes:

  • Beyond Blue has a dedicated portal for those seeking mental and emotional support related to the pandemic: https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/
  • For Victorians, up-to-date Coronavirus health information is available at https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
  • To find out more information on the topics discussed in today’s episode, check out our blogs on the VicHealth website:
  • How to look after your mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/mental-health-coronavirus
  • Ten go-to mental health organisations for young people: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/ten-go-to-mental-health-organisations-for-young-people
  • Mental health and wellbeing tips for parents with teenagers: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/mental-health-and-wellbeing-tips-for-parents-with-teenagers
  • What is social media envy and how can we overcome it: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/what-is-social-media-envy-and-how-can-you-overcome-it
  • Why sleep is so important in the time of coronavirus: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/coronavirus-and-sleep
  • Why is positive news so important for our wellbeing: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healthy/why-is-positive-news-so-important-for-our-wellbeing

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