We Are Valley Podcast

Valley Medical Center

The We Are Valley Podcast by Valley Medical Center, is dedicated to bringing you bite-sized advice to improve your health and well-being and inform you on the latest medical guidance. This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn’t intended to be taken as medical advice, so please talk to your provider before making changes that will affect your health.

  1. Digital Overload, Part 1: Understanding the Impact of Being Constantly Connected

    Mar 25

    Digital Overload, Part 1: Understanding the Impact of Being Constantly Connected

    In part one of our latest We Are Valley podcast, we take a closer look at something many of us feel but may not fully understand: digital overload. Joined by Kathryn Murray, LICSW, and Rebekah Strong, DNP, PMHNP-BC, mental health practitioners from Valley’s Psychiatry and Counseling Clinic, we explore how constant screen time is shaping ourfocus, relationships, and overall well-being. From the rise of telehealth and always-on connectivity tothe subtle ways our attention is being pulled in multiple directions, this conversation unpacks why so many people are feeling mentally stretched. Our clinicians share a balanced perspective, highlighting both the benefits oftechnology and the growing need to be more intentional about how we use it. We also dive into how digital habits may be affectingexecutive functioning, sleep, and mental health, especially for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or ADHD. And when it comes to social media, we discuss how curated “highlight reels” can contribute to loneliness, comparison, and a distorted sense of reality. This episode sets the stage for part two, where we’ll shiftfrom understanding the problem to exploring practical ways to reset, reconnect, and regain control of our time and attention. Additional resources: Learn more about Valley’s Psychiatry and Counseling Clinicand find additional mental health resources: https://www.valleymed.org/services/all-specialties/psychiatry-and-counseling-clinic Tedx Talk – The Battle for Your Time: Exposing the Costs ofSocial Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TMPXK9tw5U ADHD in Adults: https://wkce.io/LumJrJUq Tips for How to Help Your Mood: https://wkce.io/RIc0z4uo

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The We Are Valley Podcast by Valley Medical Center, is dedicated to bringing you bite-sized advice to improve your health and well-being and inform you on the latest medical guidance. This podcast is for informational purposes only and isn’t intended to be taken as medical advice, so please talk to your provider before making changes that will affect your health.