Psychology of Media & Technology

Don't fall into the trap of thinking the conspicuous showing off is all because of social media.  Social media didn't invent bragging.  For parents, there is a continual struggle to raise children with any form of privilege or affluence and to avoid a sense of entitlement that will damage their future relationships or undermine a healthy sense of self.  Wealth without effort can negatively impact self-esteem and make teens and young adults especially vulnerable to being ‘liked’ on social media.