Feb 19 2025 49 mins 6
Melanie Hempe welcomes Dr. Stacey to discuss the recent pushback against phone-free school initiatives and social media regulations. A recent Wall Street Journal article claims parents are overreacting and that social media isn’t the real culprit behind the teen mental health crisis—but is that true?
In this episode, Melanie and Dr. Stacey break down the common arguments against limiting social media use, including:
- The myth that parents are fearmongering
- Why moderation isn’t the solution we think it is
- How delaying access to social media is no different from other safety measures, like seatbelts and driving laws
- The truth about social media’s impact on teen mental health
Rather than accepting social media as inevitable, we must empower parents with real solutions to protect childhood and build resilience in the real world. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that will help you stand firm in your decision to delay social media in your home.
Resources: Don’t forget to check out our free Phone-Free Schools Guide.
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Production Team:
- Host: Melanie Hempe
- Producer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
