Social Media and Our Youth
October 3, 2024
Free webinar featuring Dr. Jill Walsh from Boston University and Liza Hirsch from the Office of Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell
Join us for a webinar featuring Dr. Jill Walsh, a leading expert in the field from Boston University, and Liza Hirsch from the MA Office of Attorney General. National conversations around social media safety and mental health have intensified, with 42 state attorneys general calling for a Surgeon General warning label.
In this webinar, we will cover:
- The evolving landscape of social media and its influence on young people;
- The potential benefits and risks of social media use;
- The role of parents and educators in promoting healthy social media habits;
- The implications of the proposed Surgeon General warning label;
- Strategies for addressing social media-related challenges.
There will be a Q&A following the presentation.
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