Technology: Friend and Foe
Technology connects us globally but can harm mental health through social comparison, information overload, and always-on culture.
The Social Media Impact
- Social comparison drives anxiety and low self-esteem
- Curated feeds create unrealistic expectations
- Doom scrolling amplifies negative emotions
- Cyberbullying affects one in three young people
Digital Wellness Strategies
- Set screen time limits
- Curate your feed -- unfollow accounts that trigger negative feelings
- Schedule device-free time daily
- Use technology intentionally for mental health (like SatKarya's guided exercises)
- Replace passive scrolling with active engagement in supportive communities
Using Technology for Good
The right digital tools improve mental health: AI companions for support, guided exercises for calm, mood tracking for insight, and anonymous communities for connection. Try SatKarya
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