Beyond the social media ban
The Albanese Government's much-anticipated under-16 social media ban came into effect last week, but not everyone…
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Cognitive Dissonance and Parasocial Relationships
Having trouble seeing Stranger Things ex-cop Jim Hopper as a hero? You're not alone. Following the release…
Do You Need A Dopamine Detox? A Psychologist Explains
The "dopamine detox" trend promises to help people reset their brains by cutting out stimulating activities…
After some money tips? Check the ‘finfluencers’ for these ...
If you've looked around for tips for your finances, you've probably noticed the 'finfluencers'. They're those…
Why Do Smart People Get Hooked On Wellness Trends?
If you’ve spent time on social media lately, you’ve probably been exposed to questionable ‘wellness’ content. …
Parents voice concern over U16 Social Media Ban
A ban on social media apps for children under the age of 16 is just months…
T-Maxxing: New trend encourages teens to take testosterone
A new social media trend that encourages individuals to take testosterone recreationally is gaining popularity across…
Behind The Screens : How Body Shaming Shapes Teenage Girls’ Minds
Body shaming on social media is far from harmless. For teenage girls, appearance-based cyberbullying is linked…
What is “Male Manipulator Music”? Just a Trend or Harmful?
What is the social media meme of "Male Manipulator Music"? The idea of male manipulator music…
YouTube now included in social media ban
The Albanese Government has reversed it's decision to exempt YouTube from the national social media ban.…
How helpful are social media health trends?
We spoke with Scott Fatt, clinical Psychologist who joined us to chat about health trends relating…
Is The “What I Eat In A Day” Trend Harmful?
If you’ve scrolled through social media recently, you’ll have noticed a trend where social media influencers…