Growing up in a Digital World: The implications on men’s mental health from both a lived experience and research perspective.

Joanne Gregory — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:00:36 +0000

Clearly, although social media and other online sites can be harmful to the mental health of men (as they can reinforce the harmful masculine norms in our society), they also provide opportunities for social support which would not otherwise be available to them. This is something that needs to change. It is hoped that the continued growth of these supportive online communities will eventually erode the stigmas which present a life-threatening risk to men. The question that remains is how can we maximise the positive influences of these supportive online communities while minimising those that are toxic and harmful?

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Reflections on Young People’s Advisory Groups (YPAGs);payment, emotional labour, legitimacy and some take homes

Joanne Gregory — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:08:24 +0000

I’ve decided to do a blog about my highlights from being on Young People Advisory Groups (YPAGs) over the past few years, as I step into the 26 – 30 age bracket. There is always some anxiety around turning 25+ when you have been involved in YPAGs because there is little or no clarity on what happens after 25 (in the patient and public involvement world) - are there more / fewer opportunities for meaningful involvement after 25?

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Growing up in a Digital World: The implications on men’s mental health from both a lived experience and research perspective.

Reflections on Young People’s Advisory Groups (YPAGs);payment, emotional labour, legitimacy and some take homes