3 weeks from now 2024-11-17 19:00
The Dopamine Trap that is Social Media
Join us in exploring the impacts of social media on our brain's reward system, uncovering how platforms manipulate addictive behaviors with likes, shares, and endless scrolling. Caden, a dedicated Psychosocial Support Worker, is driven to guide individuals towards improved mental well-being, personal growth, and empowerment. Remember that October aims to provide informative and supportive content only. This is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is crucial to seek assistance from a licensed healthcare provider for any clinical needs. In emergencies, please access the emergency button on the top right-hand corner of our app or contact your nearest emergency department.
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Caden De Villiers
- Host Rating
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91.00
- Location(s)
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South Africa
United States of America
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What will we cover?
- Understand dopamine's role in social media addiction.
- This session helps by providing insight into how social media exploits dopamine pathways, contributing to addictive behaviors.
- Recognize how platforms manipulate behavior for engagement.
- Understanding the dopamine-driven cycle in social media usage sheds light on the intentional design choices that increase user engagement.
- Explore impacts of social media on mental well-being.
- Join our Forest session to understand how social media affects mental well-being and learn strategies for minimizing its negative impact.
- Learn strategies to create healthy digital habits and balance.
- Join our Forest session to explore the impact of social media on your brain's reward system and learn strategies for maintaining healthy digital habits and balance.
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