How does time online impact our mental wellbeing?
In this lesson, we will learn about the importance of limiting your time online and the negative effects of too much screen time.
How does time online impact our mental wellbeing?
In this lesson, we will learn about the importance of limiting your time online and the negative effects of too much screen time.
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Key learning points
- Rationing/limiting screen time (including mobile phones) to aid positive mental wellbeing
- Negative effects of too much time online for mental wellbeing
Content guidance
- Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.
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Adult supervision suggested.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Which of these are examples of a positive wellbeing? (Tick four answers)
Spending hours on social media
Watching TV alone
Q2.
Having good quality friends is more important than having lots of friends.
False
Q3.
Which of these are good examples of how to spend time online? (Tick two answers)
Feeling jealous of other peoples' lifestyles
Updating social media as soon as you wake up
Q4.
Mental wellbeing is about your thoughts and feelings and how you cope with the ups and downs of everyday life.
False
Q5.
Which of these are negative experiences whilst spending time online? (Tick three answers)
Learning a new hobby
5 Questions
Q1.
Meeting people from around the world is a positive use of time online.
False
Q2.
A negative impact of time online is a fear of missing out or being jealous of another person.
False
Q3.
A positive impact of time online is cyber-bullying.
True
Q4.
Spending 3 hours on social media, worrying that everyone is so perfect, is a good use of your time online.
True
Q5.
What should you do with your phone at night?
Fall asleep whilst watching a film or TV on your phone.
Stay up very late chatting to your school friends.