How to do a “social detox” from social media, relax your mind, reduce stress

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Social media usage can affect the body and mind, such as receiving too much information, being overly emotionally stimulated, and being bullied or criticized. Therefore, a ทางเข้า ufabet social detox should be done to treat the effects of social media by reducing its use to reduce the amount of information received, detoxify from social media, and restore mental health.

How to do a “social detox” from social media, relax your mind, reduce stress

How to do your own social detox

Dr. Chavit Tanwirachaisakul, Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, has provided a method for doing a social detox on your own as follows:

  1. Turn off notifications during breaks.

    The brain will react to the sounds and vibrations of notifications, causing the body to check the phone’s notifications regularly, which may trigger anxiety and increase the fear of being alone.
  2. Set phone usage time.

    Set time limits for phone and social media usage, such as taking a break every 30 minutes or setting a time limit of 5-10 minutes.
  3. Do a social detox every holiday.

    Holidays are a time of relaxation, perfect for living without the internet or social media, or using it as little as possible, to allow your body and mind to relax.
  4. Immerse yourself in the offline atmosphere.

    Turn off your phone, live offline, not post pictures or statuses on social media, and do activities outside the screen, such as reading books, traveling, chatting with friends, spending time with relatives or family, to fully experience the experience outside of social media.
  5. Manage the content of the information you receive,

    choose to receive information from reliable sources, reduce following unhelpful social media influencers, and choose to follow only those who make us feel good and happy.
  6. Avoid using your phone before bed.

    The light from the screen of your device or smartphone stimulates your brain to work more and reduces the function of melatonin, which helps you sleep, making it harder to fall asleep.

Advice from a doctor

If you do a social detox and still feel affected by social media use, such as feeling stressed, sad, or depressed for a long time, you should consult a psychologist or psychiatrist immediately.