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Video transcript: Hi! I want to share with you all that we will run workshops related to technology. We really rely on technology a lot for enjoyment, games, social media etc. So this workshop goal is to discuss and understand the significant power and impact technology can have on our brains, mental health, wellbeing. We found some research and stats that are important to share related to this topic. Everyday we go along and use technology and don’t think about the impact on us, so the workshop will focus on identify our use, taking breaks and having a balance in our use of technology. We will have 2 workshops on the same topic in different locations: Victoria on Friday Sept 20th at 5pm at IDHHC. And also on Saturday September 21 at 10am in Kelowna run by Hanna. See posts for addresses.

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Technology is used so much – it can be helpful and important, but also can cause some problems. Come to the workshop to learn about this topic and have discussion about self-case and mindfulness to balance it out!

What will be discussed?

• What happens in the brain when use social media, games and other apps
• The difference between what is helpful and what is not helpful
• Recognize signs when you might use your technology too much
• What are impacts: physically, psychologically (mental health) and socially

How to balance?

• Discuss self-care and balance use of technology
• Mindfulness activities and other ways to relax
• Stress reduction – not HAVE TO respond immediately!

Presenter: Elizabeth Dagg, MSW
Workshop in ASL

When: Friday, September 20
Time: 5 pm to 6:30 pm
Where: IDHHC, 3960 Quadra Street, Victoria

Sign up or ask questions?
Email: Elizabeth.Dagg@vch.ca
Text: 778-987-4179