Psychologist's Guide to Adolescents and Social Media

The internet has become a principal venue for social interaction. Young people are growing up in a world surrounded by a technology that could have only been imagined a generation ago. Social media has crafted a landscape that has made it easy to connect with others, and yet, this rise is matched by a rise in concern. So, what is happening here? Why is it so compelling to use social media? Why is it difficult to stop? What impact can this have on teenagers? On their education? On their wellbeing? Should we be worried? And what can be done to help? Psychologist Guide to Adolescents and Social Media aims to deliver deeper understanding regarding the psychology of social media, both positive and negative. Separated into four parts, the reader will be guided through the purposes and positives of social media, the unintended consequences of using social media, author conducted research exploring the experiences of secondary school students and what can be done to help those struggling with the overuse of social media, including assessment resources.