Her Health Dr. Bailey Parnell: social media's impact on mental health
Feb 4, 2026
Dr. Bailey Parnell, Doctor of Learning & Organizational Change and founder of the Center for Digital Wellbeing, explores how social media shapes mental health and why platforms hook us. She explains who is most at risk, how to spot harmful use, and practical ways to rebuild confidence offline. Short tips on resilient soft skills, performance mindsets, and designing a balanced life round out the conversation.
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Platforms Mirror Human Nature
- Social media reflects both the best and worst of people; the platforms amplify existing human behaviors.
- The same tools enable connection, learning, activism, and harm depending on how people use them.
Curate Your Feed Intentionally
- Design your feed with intention: know who you follow and what you want to consume.
- Ask yourself after scrolling if the content inspired, informed, or harmed you and adjust accordingly.
Own Self-Worth Offline First
- Rebuild self-worth by focusing on offline life, values, and accomplishments rather than external comments.
- Own your self-worth so strangers' reactions on social media cannot control it.