Oct
14
Morning media habits can sabotage your productivity, but some simple hacks can boost your mood and focus throughout the day. Key Points Checking our phones before we’re out of bed can drain our mental energy and leave us unprepared for the day. Starting the day with negative content can lower...
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Aug
23
Mindless scrolling and fast-forwarding through digital content to avoid boredom can backfire. Here are 4 tips to manage boredom without going right to your phone. Key Points: Boredom signals the need for meaningful engagement, not just a lack of activity. Digital switching can increase boredom, not cure it. Immersing in...
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Jun
28
Kids don't need fear-based restrictions. They need digital literacy to learn how to build safe and healthy relationships with technology. Key Points Warning labels and restrictions don’t teach kids to make smarter choices. Social media is here to stay; let’s prepare kids to handle the digital world, not shield them...
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Jun
03
Political campaigns can increase stress and strain relationships. These strategies will help you build resilience and keep your cool during elections. Key Points Political turmoil keeps stress hormones high with adverse psychological and physical consequences. Social media amplifies biased information, encourages partisanship, and undermines the motivation to discern fact from...
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May
11
If your child is online, their digital footprint is already being created, and their online reputation is being formed. Why Digital Reputations Matter A big part of our world is online and will continue to be so, whether it’s social connection, entertainment, inspiration, professional pursuits, or problem-solving. The first impression...
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Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.