A psychotherapist explains why disconnecting from social media protects mental health amid violence and hatred. Therapy support in NY, NJ & FL.

There are moments in history when staying constantly connected does not make us more informed—it makes us more emotionally overwhelmed. As therapists serving clients across New York, New Jersey, and Florida, we are seeing firsthand how nonstop exposure to violence, hatred, and traumatic media is impacting mental health, anxiety levels, and nervous system regulation.