Social Connection, Social Media, Mental Health, and Loneliness with Dr. Amori Mikami, UBC Psychology Professor

In this episode, Dr. Amori Mikami, Professor at UBC's Department of Psychology, talks about the connection between social media and mental health, importance of social connection, tips for creating meaningful connections and combating loneliness.

00:53 - Amori's academic and career background

3:25 - Why social connection is important

5:04 - Amori's study on social media use and impact on mental health

10:34 - Tips for more effective/mindful social media use

18:19 - Tips for those that find it difficult to stay off social media

24:53 - Loneliness and how to create good social connections in person

34:14 - How to maintain good relationships

36:05 - Amori's best career advice

37:07 - Amori's best life advice

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