On this episode of Media Inside Out, host Sherri Hope Culver leads the discussion on the Influence of Social Media on Mental Health. Special guests Jessica Castonguay (Temple University), Becca Lane (National Alliance On Mental Illness), and Dr. Tracy Evian Wassdorb, Ph.D. M.S.E. (Children’s Hospital Of Philadelphia) discusses the pros and cons of using social media platforms for mental health education and the correlations between social media exposure and the stigmatization of mental health. Later, Temple University students share their stories on turning to Social Media for personal connection.
Media Inside Out is a TUTV original talk show that takes a critical and analytical approach to examine various forms of media. Hosted by Sherri Hope Culver, the Director of the Center for Media and Information Literacy at Temple University, and produced by TUTV's Student Practicum class, this program uncovers a deeper understanding of today's media landscape.
