Overcoming FOMO

Overcoming FOMO

By Kerry Gallagher Worrying about whether we’re missing out on new experiences, content, trends and even investments can make us feel like we’re falling behind. But we can actually overcome that feeling – FOMO or “Fear of Missing Out” – and be present with...
Ask Trish: U.S. Surgeon General’s Social Media Advisory

Ask Trish: U.S. Surgeon General’s Social Media Advisory

By Trisha Prabhu Me, thinking to myself last week…“Wow – the U.S. Surgeon General just released an advisory on social media and youth mental health! That’s a big deal…and definitely something we have to cover on Ask Trish.” Hi there, and welcome back to Ask...
Ask Trish: Stressing About Social Media

Ask Trish: Stressing About Social Media

By Trisha Prabhu Dear Trish, I’m always so stressed about social media, like who’s viewing my stories, how my pictures look, and if I “measure up” to everyone else. How do I let go? Hi there, and thank you so much for this fantastic question – it’s such an important...
What is Catfishing and Why It’s Dangerous

What is Catfishing and Why It’s Dangerous

By Larry MagidThis post first appeared in the Mercury News You may have heard about the horrible recent case where a man traveled from Virginia to Riverside, California, to meet with a teenage girl who he “catfished.” The girl, who was driven away by the...
Online Risks and Links to Resources on How to Manage Them

Online Risks and Links to Resources on How to Manage Them

Topics on the page IntroductionRisk categories and resourcesCyberbullyingHarassmentCyberstalkingInappropriate contentReputation management Misinformation and media literacyHate speechSecurityScamsMalwareSelf-harm and suicidePersonal privacyData...
Ask Trish: Fun and Safe Live Streaming

Ask Trish: Fun and Safe Live Streaming

By Trisha Prabhu Trish, how can I have a fun and safe livestream on Insta or YouTube? Hi there, and welcome back to another week of Ask Trish! Wherever you are in the world, I hope January has been treating you and yours well. To the person who submitted this week’s...