Social Media:
Social Media:
Our Kids and the Impact on Mental Health
Our Kids and the Impact on Mental Health
Monday, November 17, 2025 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Beacon Hill Middle School-Media Center
220 West College Avenue, Decatur, GA
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Join us for an evening with Dr. Jessica McCain to discuss the growing concerns about our young people and their interaction with social media. Parents will leave equiped with practical tips for protecting our families.
Let's discuss the following topics:
What does the research show on the health risks for children stemming from social media use and online environments?
What is the link between social media and childhood depression?
What is the prevalence of cyberbullying, and how can parents help prevent this from happening with their children?
What are the dangers of child sexual abuse through social media and online gaming?
Practical tips for parents to protect their children.
Meet The Speaker
Meet The Speaker
Jessica McCain is a social psychologist with an interest in topics as diverse as personality pathology, adverse childhood experiences, and technology/social media. She has a Ph.D. in Behavior and Brain Sciences from the University of Georgia, with a passion for science education and a decade of experience in social science research. She spends her free time reading, meditating, creating art, and caring for her two pet snakes, Pinkie and Joey.
This complimentary presentation is co-hosted by
Decatur Parents Network, a subcommittee of the DHS Parent Teacher Student Association, and the Decatur Education Foundation, with additional support provided by Decatur Prevention Initiative.
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