Social media is a common part of daily life for many students. TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram are often used to stay connected with friends, share laughs, and pass the time. While Indiana law now limits student cell phone use during school, many students continue using their phones before and after school, in the evenings, and on weekends.Some students have shared that they stay on their phones late into the night, sometimes as late as 2:00 am. This lack of sleep can significantly impact their mood, focus and ability to function the following day. As a result, social media continues to play a significant role in studentsβ well-being, friendships, and daily lives, even beyond the school day.
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Molly Meriwether, MSW, LSW, MHA, is a Youth First Mental Health Professional at Washington Middle School in Vanderburgh County. Youth First, Inc., is a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening youth and families. Youth First provides over 100 highly trained mental health professionals (primarily masterβs level social workers), prevention programs, parent engagement coordinators, and bilingual support personnel to 138 schools across 15 Indiana counties. Over 56,000 youth and families each year are served by Youth Firstβs school-based social work and community programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success. To learn more about Youth First, visit youthfirstinc.org or call 812-421-8336.(function(d, s, id) {
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