Impact of Social Media on Mental Health of Adolescents & Youth in Schools

In partnership with United Way Delhi, Change Alliance has developed a comprehensive training module focused on addressing the mental health challenges faced by adolescents and youth due to the increasing use of social media and digital platforms. This initiative equips adolescents, educators, and stakeholders with the skills and knowledge necessary to mitigate the negative impacts of digital spaces on mental health of adolescent.

Key Objectives

  • Empowering Adolescents and Youth (Aged 12–18): Provide them with the tools to improve their understanding and ability to address mental health concerns stemming from social media use.
  • Addressing Negative Impacts: Tackle issues such as cyberbullying, online harassment, and addiction while fostering a safer online experience for young users.
  • Capacity Building for Trainers: Equip educators, parents, and facilitators with effective content and facilitation skills to enhance their ability to support adolescents and youth in navigating digital spaces.

Training Outcomes

The module aims to ensure that:

  • Adolescents and those who work with them, including parents, teachers, and professionals, gain critical insights and practical strategies to protect mental well-being in the digital age.
  • Stakeholders develop a clear understanding of mental health issues linked to digital spaces, enabling them to safeguard young individuals effectively.

Topics Covered in the module include the following:

The training module addresses key themes, including:

  1. Usage of various social media platforms and networking apps.
  2. Cyberstalking and harassment.
  3. Pornography and online bullying.
  4. Online gaming and internet addiction.
  5. Misuse of information and its risks for social media users.
  6. Financial cyber fraud and its implications.

Impact

This initiative empowers adolescents and key stakeholders with actionable knowledge and skills, creating a robust foundation to ensure the mental health and safety of youth navigating the digital world.