In Episode 4: Screen Time and Mental Health, The Trey MFT provides insights into the effects of screen time on the mental health of young individuals. Drawing from their experience of working with adolescents and recent research, The Trey emphasizes both the benefits and drawbacks of screen time and gives practical tips to minimize the risk of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and sleep disruption that can arise due to excessive screen time.
Current data and statistics on screen time and mental health
Defining screen time
Interventions to mitigate screen time
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