The Benefits of a Social Media Fast

Social media can feel suffocating: there’s always one more post, tweet, and story that you haven’t seen. But it’s no longer just a way for teenagers to chat, but instead a key component to how our society transfers information. Despite how necessary it is, it can have serious negative effects on our mental health. Maybe it’s time to consider a social media detox—just taking off some time and letting your mental health reset. Here to talk to us today about the benefits of trying a social media fast is licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Joshua Klapow.