From playtime to screen time, today’s youth are growing up in a world of swipes, scrolls, and constant connection. But at what cost?
UNSW Medicine & Health and UNSW Science proudly present Growing Up Digital: How Technology is Shaping Young Minds on Wednesday, 21 May. Hosted by Sana Qadar, award-winning host and producer of All in the Mind (podcast), this timely conversation will explore how digital technology is deeply embedded in young people's lives - and how to support them in an ever-connected world.
A panel of leading psychologists, psychiatrists and industry experts will unpack the science behind addictive design, the rise in mental health disorders, and the real-world harms linked to online behaviour - while also highlighting how digital tools are being used in innovative ways to support young people, from early interventions to improved access to care.
After the discussion, stay for drinks, canapés and conversation from 7:30pm–8:30pm. You’ll also have the chance to experience interactive activations exploring the intersection of mental health and technology through engaging games and hands-on digital tools.