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Get Answers on Whether Social Media Helps or Hinders Recovery

Does social media help recovery? Technology can be a double-edged sword. Some studies report the hazards of technology and cell phone use while others say social media makes people feel better. With recovery-oriented social media and addiction recovery apps growing, our team spoke to David Sack, MD, who is board-certified in psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and …

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Drinking and Social Media

July 16, 2020 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Addiction, Alcoholism, Culture and Media

Social media likely plays an important role in the lives of millions of people. Multiple studies have demonstrated various effects of using social media platforms on the lives of site users. Do alcohol manufacturers believe that they can increase profits with drinking and social media campaigns? Is there any real link between drinking and social …

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Social Media, Teens, and Substance Abuse

March 2, 2020 / By / Family Resources, Mental Health, Personal Resources, Teen Issues

Social media is big for teens. It’s a major way in which they interact with each other, and it can be positive. There are many downsides to social media use too, as many parents know, and substance abuse and mental health issues are two very important ones. Social media use can become obsessive in some …

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Internationally Renowned Technology and Addiction Expert to Host Webinar for Therapists on Digital Life and Social Media

October 1, 2014 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Uncategorized

On Oct. 8, internationally renowned technology and addiction expert Robert Weiss, LCSW, CSAT-S, will conduct a free webinar on therapysites.com on the rapid integration of digital technology into everyday life and how therapists can respond to the constantly shifting challenges confronting them.

Teens More Likely to Smoke, Drink If Facebook Friends Do

September 23, 2013 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Adolescent Issues

Teens who see pictures of their friends smoking or drinking alcohol on their Facebook or other social media pages are more likely to smoke and drink themselves, according to a new study from the University of Southern California.

Alcohol Industry Using Facebook to ‘Groom‘ Youths

March 27, 2013 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Culture and Media

Facebook is a great tool to use to stay connected and promote your business, but should it be used to lure a target market not yet old enough to purchase a product? According to researchers, that’s what is happening as alcohol companies leverage the social media platform to nurture a new generation of drinkers. According …

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