My first #OnDemand session of @AAPexperience - 10 Ways to Use Digital Tools to Promote Health with Megan Moreno, MD
Digital tools = social media, apps, gaming
@SMAHRTeam @WiscPediatrics @AmerAcadPeds #tweetiatrician #AAP2020
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10. Learn, consider, understand

Challenge your framework of how you think of the technology echosphere.

Do you think of tech as "good" or "bad"

QUALITY of tech matters and (not just quantity)

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9. Learn, consider, understand

Understand social context/culture of different digital platforms

ASK adolescents what THEY think about various platforms

Of note: #TikTok is "Trendy" per youth @DrToddWo

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3/12

8. Learn, consider, understand
AFFORDANCES - functions that digital tools invite us to do
Social - allows connections btwn users
Cognitive - can return to conversation later; learn via images/video/text
Emotional - providing reactions/likes/etc.; "following" others
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4/12

7. LISTEN and elevate in digital space
Who do you listen to in your digital space?
Check follower/friend list - who are you endorsing? Missing out on diversity?
Seek diverse voices who promote evidence based child health. Follow organizations that support youth.
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6. Listen and ELEVATE in digital space

What voices are you choosing to elevate?
Elevate diverse voices to:
Support child health
Promote equity, diversity, & inclusion
Advance our culture and society
How to elevate - retweet, share, etc.
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6/12

5. Community #advocacy
What role can you play as a #pediatrician in your community to overcome the "digital divide"
Do the youth in your community have access to tech for school, communication and community
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7/12

4. Patient care
Encourage co-viewing of movies discussing digital content:
@SocialDilemma_
Euphoria - Netflix
Good Trouble - Netflix

Opportunities for parents to discuss healthy choices and family values
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8/12

3. Patient care
Provide patient resources - #mentalhealth apps can provide support for patients - soooo many available

@PsyberGuide & @CommonSense both review apps

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9/12

2. Care for YOURSELF

How can you use digital tools for #selfcare?

*my fave would be @Headspace for daily meditation*

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10/12

1. Care for YOURSELF
Follow the lead and be inspired by our youth

Seek out their content and creations

@dosomething @NYCSaysEnough are 2 examples

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What changes can YOU make in practice?

Include learning about digital tech in your CME

Talk to your patients about tech and learn from their experiences

Support child health using tech tools

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