A Parent's Guide to Instagram
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Teens thrive on validation from friends and followers. It's no wonder that this image-saturated app tempts teens to crop their lives to perfection and create a polished online persona. Gain valuable insight into how Instagram affects teen mental health, body positivity, self-esteem, and more.
Features:
- An explanation of the app's key features
- Vocabulary list of terms including home feed, finsta, hashtag, DM, and more
- Suggestions on how to talk about the impact of Instagram with your teen
Axis is a team of Gospel-focused researchers creating culturally relevant guides, videos, and audios that equip parents of teens to have deep conversations about faith.
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Since 2007, Axis has helped millions of parents navigate conversations with their teens, and they've spoken directly with just as many students. They've been creating resources to help bridge the gap between parents, caring adults, and the next generation. They're a group of gospel-minded researchers, speakers, and content creators, and they're excited to bring you the best of what they've learned about making meaningful connections with the teens in your life. For more information, visit axis.org
Content
- Intro
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Epigraph
- A Letter from Axis
- Instant gratification or a never-ending search for validation?
- What is Instagram?
- How popular is it?
- How does it work?
- Can you explain its important features?
- What are hashtags?
- What's Instagram Direct?
- What are Stories?
- Why would someone want to post to their Story instead of to their profile?
- Is Instagram art?
- What's a "Finsta"?
- Why do teens care so much about how many followers and likes they get?
- How do the liking and commenting features affect my teen?
- How does the app impact my teen's mental health?
- How do I talk to my teens about comparison and body image?
- Can a user access inappropriate content on the app?
- How do I talk to my teens about the app and its place in their lives?
- Conclusion
- Additional Resources
