Dear Dr. Tracy

Navigating Social Media and the Impact on Children’s Self-Image


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This week, Dr. Tracy is joined by Dr. Vanessa LaPointe, a clinical psychologist, author, international speaker, and mother, and together they discuss the effects of social media on children in this digital age and the importance of guiding conversations around it within the household. She shares the importance of fostering genuine connections, the stages of brain development in children, and the crucial role parents play in co-creating a healthy digital experience. Dr. LaPointe also shares valuable insights on maintaining discipline with a balance of firmness, compassion, and kindness and highlights effective tools and resources, such as the Dove Confidence Kit, to empower parents in guiding their children through the complexities of social media. 

 

In this episode we discuss: 

  • The desire for social connection and the surface-level engagement provided by social media 
  • Concerns about the mental health of youth and the role of social media in isolation 
  • Co-creating a positive online experience for children by teaching and modeling wise consumption 
  • The Dove Confidence Kit as a tool for meaningful conversations about social media and resources for parents on self-image and self-esteem discussions 
  • Balancing firmness, compassion, and kindness in disciplining children without shame or blame 
  • Prioritizing family connections and moments of quality engagement over screen time 
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    Episode Links: 

    • You can find Dr. Vanessa LaPointe on Instagram and be sure to learn more about her work on her website
    • Learn more about the Dove Confidence Kit HERE
    • Stand up for #KidsOnlineSafety HERE
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