Episode 9

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25th Mar 2025

Teen Anxiety and Social Media: Parenting Insights with Dr. Danielle Einstein

In this episode of the Being Comfortably Uncomfortable podcast, we are joined by Dr. Danielle Einstein, a clinical psychologist. We discuss the profound effects of social media on teen anxiety and mental health, exploring its bi-directional impact and offering practical strategies for parents. Dr. Einstein highlights issues such as envy, comparison, and the destabilizing nature of social media, while emphasizing the importance of limiting social media use to improve psychological well-being. They also cover the importance of understanding what activities teens are missing out on due to excessive social media use and the role of social media legislation in shaping healthier norms for young people's development.

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Being Comfortably Uncomfortable
for parents and carers with child and educational psychologist Andrew Greenfield
For parents and carers, Child and Educational Psychologist Andrew Greenfield looks at the issues our children are facing. From testing to behavioural issues and diagnosis of ADHD, OCD and autism, this podcast gives you a better understanding of what it all means along with practical information to assist you and your child.

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Anthony Perl

Anthony is an engagement specialist, building a great catalogue of podcasts of his own and helping others get it done for them. Anthony has spent more than 30 years building brands and growing audiences. His experience includes working in the media (2UE, 2GB, Channel Ten, among others) to working in the corporate and not-for-profit sectors, and for the last 13 years as a small business owner with CommTogether. The business covers branding to websites - all things strategic around marketing. Now podcasts have become central to his business, finding a niche in helping people publish their own, making it easy.