The Surgeon General's Mental Health Warning: Tips for Parents From Dr. Kathy Koch

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the topic of technology and its impact on young people's mental health. She discusses the United States Surgeon General's advisory council on social media and youth mental health, which highlights the harmful effects of social media on young people. The American Psychological Association also issued a health advisory acknowledging the pros and cons of social media for young people, similar to the introduction of television. Dr. Kathy shares tips on how to help young people filter out the negative aspects of social media while still benefiting from the positive aspects. She references a survey that shows how social media can help teenagers feel accepted and supported during tough times. Tune in to gain valuable insights on navigating the dark side of technology and supporting young people in their digital lives.