New surveys highlight sharp rise in problematic teenage social media use
A study by WHO and a separate survey by stem4 both highlight growing concerns over social media's impact on young people.
stem4 Youth Mental Health Day 2024 #ControlYourScroll
Today is stem4's Youth Mental Health Day. The theme is #ControlYourScroll, aiming to equip young people with the simple digital hacks and mental health strategies needed for a positive and safe online experience.
‘Riding the Wave’ on World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day is a day focussed on raising awareness about suicide prevention. Find out what are signs to look out for and what help is available for those who are struggling.
stem4 has been shortlisted at the Third Sector Awards
We are thrilled to announce that stem4 has been shortlisted for multiple categories at the Third Sector Awards!
How to #ControlYourScroll: A Guide for Young People
stem4 has announced the release of "Control Your Scroll: A Guide for Young People," authored by Dr. Nihara Krause MBE. This guide, produced as a free resource for Youth Mental Health Day 2024, aims to help young people manage their digital wellbeing.
1 in 3 children aged 5 to 7 use social media, new Ofcom report finds.
Infant school children are increasingly online and given more digital independence by parents, according to Ofcom’s annual study of children’s relationship with the media and online worlds.
stem4 Announces YMHD Theme for 2024
stem4's YMHD theme is #ControlYourScroll, aiming to equip young people with the simple digital hacks and mental health strategies needed for a positive and safe online experience.
Self-Harm Awareness Day 2024
On 1st March Self-Harm Awareness Day, stem4 are opening up the conversation about self-harm so that young people and those who care for them can access help in order to prevent self-harming behaviours. #FromShadowsToSupport
Empowering the Digital Generation
Last week an article was published which made the dangerous and unhelpful claim that mental health apps do more harm than good for people struggling with their mental health. We disagree.
Staying safe when online dating
If the love of your life is just one swipe away, what are the green, amber and red flags you should be looking for? And how can you look after your mental health when online dating?
