Join Our Lecture on ‘Teens, Tech, and Mental Health: Navigating Social Media in the Digital Age’

How does social media shape the mental well-being of today’s teenagers?

Join us for the online guest lecture, ‘Teens, Tech, and Mental Health: Navigating Social Media in the Digital Age’, delivered by Dr Nur Al Hasan Haldar from Curtin University, on Friday, 12 September 2025, from 1:45pm to 4:00pm (Jakarta time).

This lecture explores how social media use affects young people’s mental well-being, drawing on recent research. This lecture will cover factors behind these outcomes, such as comparison culture, cyberbullying, algorithm-driven content, and addictive design features. It will also highlight the positive side of social media, including access to mental health resources, peer support, and spaces for self-expression. This session will also include recommendations for parents, educators, and policymakers to protect young people’s digital well-being.

Indonesian graduates and scholars of Australian tertiary institutions are especially encouraged to attend. Please RSVP via this link by Wednesday, 10 September 2025. Due to the limited availability of places, early registration is recommended. Attendees will receive an e-certificate for their participation.

For more information about the lecture and speaker, click here.