Dec
16
Feel-good movies boost our positive emotions and sense of social connection Key Points Holiday films elevate spirits and provide an escape from stress. Nostalgia from rewatching favorites kindles warmth and feelings of social support. Watch parties strengthen bonds, link generations, and create heart- and brain-healthy traditions. 4 tips to make...
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Dec
16
Squid Game The Challenge rewards antisocial behavior in pursuit of personal reward. It's the opposite of what society needs right now. KEY POINTS Reality TV adaptation of the violent series Squid Game raises serious ethical questions. Replicating stylized and ominous visuals and gameplay does not offset the Challenge’s lack of...
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Dec
16
Use parental controls like training wheels to keep young players safe KEY POINTS Gaming can be a healthy pastime, fostering resilience, social skills, and cognitive development. Many consoles and gaming ecosystems offer parents multiple levels of control. Parental controls should be used as training wheels, providing structure until players mature....
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Nov
02
Make sure your kids have the skills and strategies to deal with violent and distressing content in the media. Key points Social media is flooded with violence and carnage from the Hamas-Israel war. TikTok is kids’ go-to for information on current events, putting them at risk for misinformation and distress....
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Nov
02
Media management strategies to help you maintain well-being amid a flood of violence on social media Key points Social media is flooded with violence and carnage from the Hamas-Israel war. TikTok is a go-to source for world events putting users at risk for emotional distress and misinformation. Violent images trigger...
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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.