Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Breaking the Silence: Masculinity in the Digital Age and Its Impact on Young Men’s Mental Health

Recording available

Type:

Training

Duration:

45 minutes

Presented by:

UCLA Child & Youth Behavioral Health Center of Excellence

Developed by:

Department of Mental Health School Based Community Access Point

Relevant categories:

Behavioral Health Education School Mental Health

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Overview

This training equips educators and school staff with a deeper understanding of young men’s mental health, focusing on adolescent males ages 12 to 18. It explores the relationship between digital media use and the growing climate of social isolation among young men, provides an overview of key mental health challenges affecting this age group, and offers practical strategies for supporting adolescent male students. The training also highlights available community resources and support services.

Keywords: boys, loneliness, mental health, social media, youth

Public link for sharing: https://learn.wellbeing4la.org/detail?id=401920&k=1784069483

Learning objectives

Understand exposure to online toxic masculinity content and its impact on young men’s mental health
Explore the impacts of toxic masculinity and the factors that contribute to the problem
Increase awareness of young men’s mental health needs, and recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health issues in young men
Highlight practical strategies for healthy expressions of masculinity and overall wellbeing in schools

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