Psychology Around the Net: August 27, 2016

The latter part of August is when most kids are headed back to school in America, and while many parents take this time to post first-day-of-school photos (as well as jokingly posting a few thoughts on their kids heading back to school!), there’s one topic that’s even more serious: bullying. (Of course, I realize this is a major issue for kids around the globe.) According to StopBullying.gov, children who are often at risk for being bullied are “perceived as different from their peers,” “depressed, anxious, or have low self-esteem,” or “antagonize others for attention,” while children who at risk for becoming bullies are often “overly concerned about their popularity,” “do not identify with the emotions or feelings of others,” or “have less parental involvement.” For more information on topics like who is at risk for bullying, the warning signs of bulling, and ways to prevent bullying, visit the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services website, StopBullying.gov. Now, let’s take a look at some of the latest in mental health and wellness! Read on for information about Instagram filters and depression, how to prevent self-help strategies from backfiring, research findings regarding Tinder users and self-esteem, and more. Choosing This Instagram Filter Could Mean You’re Depressed: Okay, while it might seem a bit cliche to assume people who prefer darker colors or a decreased b...
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