LibraryScenariosWhen partners disagree about whether social media use requires intervention for mental health
Scenario

When partners disagree about whether social media use requires intervention for mental health

My husband thinks our 15-year-old's social media obsession is just normal teen behavior, but I see how it's feeding her eating disorder and I'm terrified. Every time I try to bring up restrictions he says I'm being controlling, but I watch her compare herself to influencers all day and spiral.

Laozi
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Two people are looking at the same situation but seeing different levels of danger, creating paralysis when someone vulnerable needs protection.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Social media and adolescent mental health?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.