an identity people use online to shape the way people view them; it is often different to how a person is in real life

the faith that we have in our ability to achieve something

Time online and self-esteem

RSHE (PSHE)

How I spend my time online

Time online and sleep

Time online and body image

Time online and learning

Planning time online

This unit explores the impact of online time on wellbeing, including effects on sleep, body image, self-esteem and learning. Pupils learn to recognise healthy and unhealthy online habits, understand how curated content affects them, and develop practical strategies for balanced digital lives.

Media influence: What's a healthy way to spend my time online?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

an identity people use online to shape the way people view them

the faith that we have in ourselves and our abilities

Match the words to their correct definitions.

People may post images of lavish holidays or material possessions which may make other people feel ...

People's online worth might be measured by how many {{}}, comments or followers they receive.

to show a particular side of their personality or life

Why do some people choose to post on social media?

Focusing on personal growth, rather than other people’s achievements can help us feel more ...

focus on accounts which encourage feelings of comparison

follow accounts that promote positive feelings

How can we feel more secure when using social media?

A {{}} is an effect used on a photo or video to alter the way you look.

Body shaming is ok as long as you follow the comment with a compliment.

Body shaming is not something to be upset about as all people experience it.

Body shaming can appear in different forms.

Body shaming can have several harmful effects on the people who experience it.

If you experience body shaming, you should speak to a trusted adult.

Which of the following are true statements?

expecting female bodies to all have large breasts

expecting female bodies to all have the same hair colour

expecting female bodies to all have flat stomachs

expecting male bodies to all have the same eye colour

Which of the following could be considered a common beauty standard?

Body {{}} is a condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about their appearance and how they look to others and themselves.

Which of the following can be caused by unrealistic beauty standards?

Starter Quiz

A is an effect used on a photo or video to alter the way you look.