Part of digital literacy is choosing how to digitally connect to the world responsibly. You may need to find a healthy balance between engaging in the digital world and interacting face-to-face in the tangible world. In academia, you may want to consider how your digital footprint may impact your future career. A responsible digital citizen should identity what information to keep private versus what to share. Finally, practicing self care is important in this high-technology world.
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| Mental Wellbeing | Emotional Wellbeing | Social Wellbeing | Physical Wellbeing |
|---|---|---|---|
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Emphasizing one's differences (Negative) Comparing oneself to others (Negative) Finding sources of support and help (Positive) Connecting with others experiencing same issue (Positive) |
Encouraging addictive behaviors (Negative) Compromising online safety (Negative) Promoting feelings of low self worth (Negative) Creating a sense of belonging (Positive) Helping people to reach their potential (Positive) Providing opportunities for creativity (Positive) |
Experiencing or engaging in cyberbullying (Negative) Being a victim of crime (Negative) Preventing isolation (Positive) Connecting with others (Positive) Enabling participation (Positive) Supporting others (Positive) Collaborating with others (Positive) Sharing content with others (Positive) |
Impact of muscular and skeletal health (Negative) Impact on sleep patterns (Negative) Using fitness apps (Positive) Monitoring health (Positive) Assistive technology for physical conditions (Positive) |
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