Social-emotional learning (SEL) is often referred to as life skills, 21st century skills, and non-cognitive skills. A robust body of research highlights SEL’s positive impact on key developmental outcomes.
Taanvi, a member of the Digital Wellness Lab’s 2024-2025 Student Advisory Council, is passionate about using her voice to transform isolation into connection, and to build online communities that support mental health.
Carson Domey, executive director at the Coalition for Student Wellbeing, speaks about the value of incorporating mental health education and digital literacy skills into K-12 education curricula.
Amanda Morin, author and neurodiversity consultant, provides guidance on how to band together as a digital village and make online spaces safe and supportive for everyone.
Tara, a member of the Digital Wellness Lab’s 2024-2025 Student Advisory Council, would like to see social media and technology designed with the end user in mind to better protect the youth of today and tomorrow.
In 2024, we expanded our efforts by strengthening partnerships, amplifying youth voices, and providing evidence-based guidance to foster meaningful change in how young people engage with technology.
As we release our 2024 Impact Report, our leadership shares a letter reflecting on the year’s conversations around youth wellbeing and interactive media, exploring the most effective ways to help young people thrive in today’s digital world.
Desiree Sierra-Velez, pediatric gastroenterologist at Boston Children’s Hospital, explains how technology and tools can help empower teens to take care of their health, an important step towards autonomy over their healthcare decision-making.
Jeremy, a member of the Digital Wellness Lab’s 2024-2025 Student Advisory Council, shares his perspective on the opportunities with technology, and developing a healthy relationship with the digital world.
Adele Taylor, Senior Manager, Youth Programs and Partnerships at NoFiltr, urges tech platforms to take a safety by design approach to building products.
This infographic highlights key findings from our research brief on LGBTQ+ youth’s online experiences. It offers a snapshot of mental health struggles, media use habits, benefits of digital spaces, and heightened risks faced by LGBTQ+ youth. From online harassment to the critical need for affirming communities, the data underscores the complex and vital role the…
Anna Kirillova, OD, MS, FAAO talks about the importance of teaching kids that the internet and media are tools for the world, but are not the world itself.
Explore the online experiences of LGBTQ+ youth, including benefits, risks, and the need for tailored digital spaces to support their mental health and safety.
Digital Wellness Lab’s Q4 highlights: New teen AI research, #InspiredInternet Pledge convening, and global digital wellbeing forums.
Discover how OunceIT’s EdTech specialist Jared Matas, EdD empowers schools to use technology intentionally, fostering creativity, curiosity, and healthier digital habits.