Jessica Kamrath, who teaches a course on the art of happiness at Cal State Fullerton, says there are ways to create happiness on Valentine’s Day that don’t require being in a romantic relationship. “If we can reframe our focus on all of…
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Social Media While Social Distancing: A How-To Guide
With calls from elected and health officials to self-isolate to prevent the spread of coronavirus, more and more people are turning to social media as their primary means of entertainment and connection with friends and the outside world. But can too much social media while social distancing take a toll on your mental and even physical health? We checked in with Natalie Pennington — a UNLV communication studies professor who researches the benefits and harms of social media — to get her take on the best ways to make your online experience work for you.