Well Aware Together Wellbeing Series [3] The Neuroscience and Psychology of Social Media and Social Comparison

Sponsored by MAS and the NZDA Benevolent Fund. NZDA launched the Well Aware Together Framework in 2023. This webinar series is part of the ongoing support for our members, providing information, tools and advice to support their own wellbeing and that of their colleagues. The series will cover the topics: mental, social, physical and financial wellbeing, which are the key domains of dentist wellbeing.

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Social media isn’t just shaping the lives of young people, it’s reshaping the wellbeing of adults and professionals, including those in dentistry. In this webinar, we’ll unpack how and why social media influences the brain, our psychology, and our sense of professional identity. We’ll look at the design features that keep us hooked, the reward loops that make these platforms so compelling, and how constant exposure to curated “success” can lead to comparison, anxiety, and self-doubt. Most importantly, we’ll focus on practical, evidence-based ways to reduce these harms and build healthier digital habits, with strategies tailored to dentists in New Zealand.

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