Location: United Kingdom
Check out our tip sheet with suggestions on safely using online communities for your mental health, created by our Young Leaders.
- Protect your privacy - Avoid sharing your personal details with others online, and check your privacy settings e.g. who can view your posts.
- Set Boundaries - Be mindful of how the community is making you feel. Trust your instincts and remember you can take a step back or leave a community that isn’t benefiting you.
- Fact-check - Don’t take information online at face value. Fact-check information and advice through trusted sources or talk it over with a trusted person.
- Be aware of your digital footprint - When you’re sharing in online communities, remember that it’s hard to erase this later on. So be careful about what you share, and consider the future impact.
