In this follow-up episode of Upstream, Joy continues the conversation with Adam Holz from Plugged In—this time, diving into the complex world of teens and social media. From the pressure to curate a perfect life to the constant comparison game, today’s teens are navigating challenges no generation has faced before. Adam unpacks how social platforms impact identity, mental health, and relationships—and what parents can do to guide their teens toward healthy digital habits.
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In this follow-up episode of Upstream, Joy continues the conversation with Adam Holz from Plugged In—this time, diving into the complex world of teens and social media. From the pressure to curate a perfect life to the constant comparison game, today’s teens are navigating challenges no generation has faced before. Adam unpacks how social platforms impact identity, mental health, and relationships—and what parents can do to guide their teens toward healthy digital habits.
In this episode of Upstream, Joy welcomes Dr. Joannie DeBrito from Focus on the Family for an honest conversation about mental health—and how it's being shaped by the constant stream of social media and news. Together, they unpack the emotional toll of living in a hyperconnected world, the anxiety that can come from information overload, and the subtle ways digital content influences our mood, relationships, and sense of identity.
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In this follow-up episode of Upstream, Joy continues the conversation with Adam Holz from Plugged In—this time, diving into the complex world of teens and social media. From the pressure to curate a perfect life to the constant comparison game, today’s teens are navigating challenges no generation has faced before. Adam unpacks how social platforms impact identity, mental health, and relationships—and what parents can do to guide their teens toward healthy digital habits.
