Watch: Social media use during the pandemic
Watch: Social media use during the pandemic
Linda, Jigsaw Clinician, talks about social media use and how to mind our mental health during a time where we see a lot of information on one topic.
In this video Linda suggests how we can use social media in a way that is less likely to negatively impact our mental health.
The impact
Since the Coronavirus pandemic has impacted life in Ireland our social media feeds have changed. We are faced with scary news stories and constant updates around the clock. Our routines have changed too, and we are more reliant on technology for keeping in touch, work and study. There are many things we can’t control, but how we use social media and what we view are some of the things we can.
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