Millennial Media

The media saturated generation Y

Goali Saedi Bocci Ph.D.

“Queen” Victoria, Aggression, and Bullying on "The Bachelor"

While "The Bachelor" franchise is no stranger to controversy, did they cross the line when giving air time to bullies? The problem with rewarding relational aggression.

How COVID-19 Is Shaping the Future of Generations

Has FOMO been replaced with a sense of gratitude and appreciation? For Generations Y and Z, work, school, and life will never be the same.

How a Love of Learning Can Save Us All

Too much time to sit and ruminate? Sometimes shifting your focus to learning something new can go a long way in saving your sanity.

Helping Teens Navigate COVID-19 FOMO

With the third wave of COVID-19 upon us and the holidays around the corner, cognitive dissonance is at an all-time high among teens trying to live a "normal" life.

Helping Teens Brave the Unknown This Holiday Season

Helping teens tap their character strengths of kindness and bravery can help them stay mentally strong this holiday season.

Is COVID-19 Helping Us Cultivate More Gratitude?

During these perilous times, the national conversation may be finally turning to one of gratitude.

Are Supreme Courts Playing the "Oppression Olympics?"

As COVID-19 and racial protests ravage our nation, young aspiring professionals seek expeditious routes to licensure and serving the public. But are state governing bodies biased?

Is Trader Joe’s Food Packaging Racist?

Trader Joe's is coming under fire after a petition calling its products racist and accusing the brand of exoticization and racial stereotyping.

How to Help Teens Find a “New Normal”

Despite the nation's gradual reopening, intense anxiety among many parents and teens endures. Embracing a "new normal" can help a family thrive.

When Social Distancing Is Your Daily Norm

For many introverts and those who already work from home, social distancing can have a very different meaning and impact.

Will the Coronavirus Finally Keep People Home When They're Sick?

The recommendation to stay home while sick has been around forever. But few have ever taken this advice seriously. Will the public finally start listening?

Practicing Self-Care in the Face of Coronavirus

Despite the idea that working from home might lead to less stress, the reality is that the pandemic is taxing all of us in different ways.

What a New Ruling Could Mean for Emotional Support Animals

Emotional support animals are becoming more controversial than ever. A new Department of Transportation ruling seeks to end this.

Is Your Weather App Making You Depressed?

The meteorological phenomenon of "wet bias" may be keeping you homebound more than necessary. Take back control of your mood and life this winter.

6 Steps to Overcoming Email Burnout

Ready to get back in control of your inbox in the new year? Read on for six quick tips that can help you conquer email fatigue.

4 Tips to Surviving the Holidays as a Newlywed

The holiday season is upon us, which can mean stress and conflict. For newlyweds, this time of year can be particularly trying.

Teen Juuling, Vaping, and Dabbing Demystified

The world of teen substance use can be perplexing for many parents and adults.

Was There Slut-Shaming on Bachelor in Paradise?

When women pressure men for sex, is it slut-shaming, or a double standard?

The Dystopian Smartphone Art Exhibit Gone Viral

A viral art exhibit has people talking about the creepy reality of our smartphone-obsessed culture.

Are Millennials More Than an Entitled Generation?

Entitled, lazy, narcissistic... the list of negative terms to used to describe millennials goes on and on. But the truth is that they have been unfairly categorized.

Praise for Netflix Film “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”

From a bicultural lens with an Asian American lead, to showing different cultural norms in relationships, this witty teen love story is a Netflix win.

The Problem With “Experts” in the Age of Influencers

As influencers gain popularity and platforms, can their expertise be trusted? Beyond beauty advice, many bloggers are pushing the boundaries.

Does Your Life Need a Digital Detox?

Digital detoxes aren't as cliche or impossible as they sound. Dump some unhealthy digital devices and habits, and skip the FOMO altogether.

13 Benefits of Teletherapy for Therapists

Many therapists are intrigued but also anxious about integrating technology into their clinical work. Read on for reasons why taking the plunge into teletherapy might work for you!

14 Benefits of Teletherapy for Clients

FaceTiming with friends and family may be the new normal. But can therapy in the online space actually work?

Watching The Bachelor to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder?

With over 64 million Americans suffering from a mild form of SAD, a host of interventions can be helpful in keeping the winter blues at bay.

Cheap Adjuncts to Therapy

When therapy is not always an option, what are the alternatives?

Watching "Pretty Little Liars"… as a Psychologist

It is unsurprising for teen dramas to be fraught with romances, intrigue and sometimes even a murder. But does mental illness have to play a role in drumming up drama?

Are TSA “Random Screens” Code for Racial Profiling?

Despite a Congress Passenger Bill of Rights, nothing is being done about racial and religious profiling committed by TSA agents. Celebrities are speaking out, but more is needed.

Maintaining Body Positivity in Light of the Obesity Crisis

How do we maintain body positivity in the midst of the obesity epidemic? How do we maintain empathy while addressing a life-threatening condition? The answers are not so simple.

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