Gen Z, or Zoomers, the first true digital natives born roughly from the mid-1990s to the early 2010s, have come of age in a world acutely aware of interconnected global challenges. Key social causes deeply felt by Gen Z include the climate crisis, human rights,… Read More »THE ONLINE REVOLUTION: How Gen Z Mobilizes for Social Good
The digital landscape has provided fertile ground for various subcultures and ideologies to flourish, one of the most concerning of which is the Incel movement. Short for “involuntary celibates,” Incels are members of an online subculture who express extreme dissatisfaction over their inability to establish… Read More »The Rise of the Incel Movement on Social Media: Understanding the Impact and Implementing Effective Countermeasures
The World Health Organization (WHO)’s “Teens, screens and mental health” study reveals a troubling increase in problematic social media use among European adolescents. Specifically, data shows 11% exhibited signs in 2022, up from 7% in 2018, indicating a worrying trend. Social media addiction is characterized… Read More »11% AND RISING: THE GROWING PROBLEM OF SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION
Yesterday 20/03/2025 JUMP met 3 of the 5 partners of the project MINDFUL YOUTH (Turkey, Slovakia and Estonia) and this zoom appointment is one of the last ones of this long term common learning path.A year ago we started to reflect and discover about Mental… Read More »Online Coordination Meeting 20/03/2025
Social media’s surge has birthed the “hater” phenomenon: people who insult those sharing online. But why is there so much hate? On social media, everyone shows only the good parts of their lives, and it looks like everyone’s happy, which makes people who are struggling… Read More »The New Keyboard Warriors: Understanding the Rise of Online Haters
The digital age has fundamentally reshaped our lifestyles, impacting our relationships. We can talk to anyone, anywhere, in seconds. So, why do we feel so alone? This is the hyperconnection paradox: despite many online connections, we feel more isolated. Relationships become superficial, lacking authentic bonds… Read More »THE DIGITAL PARADOX: HYPERCONNECTED, DEEPLY DISCONNECTED
Today, we live a double life: one foot in the offline world, the other in the online one. These intertwined worlds have created a new reality, reshaping everything from communication to consumption. This fusion has also redefined privacy, blurring the once distinct lines between public… Read More »Sharing too much: What Does Privacy Mean Today?
Cyberbullying, a modern form of bullying amplified by social media, is a serious threat to young people. Unlike traditional bullying, which often isolates victims within a group, cyberbullying follows them everywhere, even into their homes.Bullies can hide behind anonymity, and harmful content can be shared… Read More »The evolving face of bullying in digital era
In our digital era, achieving mental wellbeing is more accessible than ever. Digital mindfulness offers a variety of tools, including apps and wearable devices, to promote relaxation and calm. Guided meditations, readily available on many platforms, can reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance focus. Here… Read More »Digital Mindfulness: Your Guide to Find Your Inner Peace Online
FOMO, or the fear of missing out, describes the anxiety of not being included in an activity or passing up an opportunity. Coined by entrepreneur Patrick McGinnis, this phenomenon is especially prevalent among younger generations due to extensive social media use. People constantly share their… Read More »Is Your Phone Making You Feel Like a Loser?