Social networks, excess information and intense online life impact emotions and relationships; The neuropsychologist Dr. Leninha Wagner warns the new challenges of psychology
The day of the psychologist is celebrated Brazil On August 27, a date created to recognize the importance of the profession and strengthen the commitment of psychology for the well -being and mental health of the population.
The choice of this day refers to the year 1962, when psychology was officially regulated as a profession in the country, by the sanction of law no. 4.119. Since then, on 27 August it has symbolized not only a achievement of the category, but also a milestone to enhance the work of professionals who work in different areas, such as clinics, organizational, school, social and hospitals.
Psychology in the current world
Nowadays, the debate on mental health obtains a current cut: the impact of hyperconnectivity and social networks on emotional balance. Digital life, which brings and informs, also brings risks for well -being, such as anxiety, technological dependence and difficulty managing frustrations.
For the neuropsychologist Dra. Leninha Wagner, The change in social behavior is evident. “We have never been so connected and at the same time so emotionally distant. The constant comparison with idealized lives, added to the infinite flow of information, has increased the feeling of insufficiency and mental tiredness.”He says.
Effects of social networks on behavior
According to the expert, the excessive use of social networks can bring a series of effects on mental health – and, consequently, becomes the objective of the debate for psychology.
- Anxiety and haste: The logic of digital immediacy makes patience difficult for internal processes;
- Low self -esteem: The comparison with the unattainable standards in networks contributes to insecurity;
- Focus Difficulty: Constant stimuli reduce the ability to concentrate;
- Social isolation: Paradoxically, virtual connection can lead to real removal.
As psychology sees and acts in this scenario
Contemporary psychology tries to understand how these changes influence emotions and interpersonal relationships. “Today it is not just enough to treat the symptoms. We must educate for the conscious use of technology, stimulating breakage, boundaries and moments of connection with themselves.”highlights Dr. “Some simple strategies, such as the reduction of notifications, the practice of offline activities and the booking time for real interactions, already help improve emotional balance.”He says.
On the expert
Dra. Leninha Wagner He is a doctorate in neuroscience, he has a training in neuropsychology, a doctoral doctorate in psychology, master in psychoanalysis and judicial expert in psychology, founder of the singular clinical substance psychology, in which patients with psychological and emotional needs serves, they also act in the area of ​​psychometry who perform the Qi test, is an orator and performs as an organizational conflict.
*Text written in collaboration with MF Press Global
Source: Terra
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