For example, understanding the value of breaks from social media is vital. Professor Bowen said she has heard these referred to as "blackouts," "cleanses," and "timeouts." These beneficial intervals can be long or short, multi-platform, or an entire shutdown of social media.
"In today’s world of constant, generally stressful information, it is crucial to set aside time during the day to turn off your devices and be present in the world. This might mean having a 'no phones' meal with friends or taking a quiet walk or running errands / performing tasks that you enjoy (you’ll feel productive!) without checking the phone."
"Short breaks can lead to longer breaks until you might very well take a hiatus from social media. But do make time during your day to turn off the information flow and take care of your mental well-being," Bowen concluded.
