It is no secret that adolescents today are grappling with more mental health challenges than previous generations. Social media is a significant contributor to this rise in mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. Many parents tend to raise their children in the same manner they were raised, but this approach can be problematic. However, this approach can be problematic as today’s adolescents face unique challenges that substantially differ from those of their parents, particularly in this digital era.

Increased social media usage and access to information profoundly affect how adolescents feel, behave, and engage with the world in general. Dr. Moses Kachama addresses the escalating mental health concerns among adolescents and the importance of effective parenting and guidance in alleviating the mental health burden by fostering better mental health outcomes for African adolescents. Click play to listen to the full episode.

Unable to click play, access the show link here: Episode 11: Adolescent Mental Health