Hear from Edward about his experiences using social media and some strategies he uses to be mindful about the time he spends scrolling.

What does the algorithm have to do with us? In “The Algorithm is Algorithming”, Audrey describes how social media apps trigger dopamine while we scroll away.

How do you know when you need to embark on a digital detox? Lukas shares their experience navigating the fear of missing out when cutting back on their screen time. Read more here!

Oftentimes, when facing issues on social media, young people are advised to stay away from socials altogether. In this piece, Isabella shares that there multiple ways to take back control over the way we utilize these platforms. Read more here

Chloe, a GoodforMEdia member, shares about their experiences navigating screentime use and why policies aiming to ban screentime are simply not enough to solve this issue.

This guide was created to support other teens seeking ways to navigate the amount of news we consume and the emotions that come with it. We aim to show different strategies to interact with media through a critical lens while also centering our mental health.

The GoodforMEdia team shares about Lapse, a new invite-only photo-sharing app. Read more here

Inspired by her own experiences with endless scrolling, Sonia shares TEPA, an acronym detailing 4 ways to reflect on your intentions prior to opening up your favorite app. This tool was created to support youth who want to practice mindful engagement with technology and social media. Read her piece to learn how to put it into practice!

The GoodforMEdia team highlights some key points about the European Union’s new digital regulations. Read more here.

Read more about what Vicki Harrison, our Program Director, says is missing from the U.S. Surgeon General social media advisory

June 23, 2023: The d.school, GoodforMEdia and the Stanford Center for Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing brought together youth activists, social media companies, families and policy experts to explore this timely issue affecting the mental health of young people all over the country.

Edward, our #GoodforMEdia youth advisor, was featured in an article by the NYTimes Upfront Magaizine

#GoodforMEdia youth leaders, Emily & Sonia, wrote an op-ed sharing their perspectives on the California Age Appropriate Design Code

Learn why Khoa-Nathan recommends that social media companies stop centering profit & start centering youth and consumers

June 21, 2022: Presentation at the Youth Leadership Institute’s HOPE Youth Coalition meeting.

June 2, 2022: #GoodforMEdia youth advisor Tiffany Chen was featured in the San Francisco Chronicle

Learn from Sonia about the harmful effects of algorithms & how they may be limited

This guide was created to support other teens seeking ways to navigate the amount of news we consume and the emotions that come with it. We aim to show different strategies to interact with media through a critical lens while also centering our mental health.

May 15, 2022: Presentation at the Youth Leadership Institute’s HOPE Youth Coalition meeting.

Find out how Zoe recommends improving data transparency among social media platforms