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Conversation Intermediate · Module 14 · Unit 67

Social Media and Mental Health

Pre B2 Intermediate

Learning Objectives

In this lesson, you will discuss social media and mental health and learn practical vocabulary for daily communication.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. How much time do you spend on social media daily?
  2. Do you ever feel anxious after scrolling through your feed?
  3. What is one positive thing you get from social media?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Comparison

    noun

    /kəmˈpærɪsən/

    Meaning:The act of evaluating two or more things against each other.

    Social media often leads to constant comparison.

    Real Life Tip:

    Often discussed regarding its negative impact on self-esteem.

  • Validation

    noun

    /ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən/

    Meaning:Recognition or affirmation of one's worth or quality.

    Many people seek validation through likes.

    Real Life Tip:

    A very relevant topic for social media users.

  • Log off

    phrasal verb

    /lɒɡ ɔːf/

    Meaning:To stop using a computer or social media site.

    I need to log off and rest my eyes.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used for setting digital boundaries.

  • Doomscrolling

    slang

    /ˈduːmˌskroʊlɪŋ/

    Meaning:The act of continuously scrolling through bad news.

    I spent two hours doomscrolling last night.

    Real Life Tip:

    A very popular term for a specific modern habit.

  • Fake it until you make it

    idiom

    /feɪk ɪt ənˈtɪl juː meɪk ɪt/

    Meaning:Act as if you are confident until you actually are.

    A lot of people just fake it until they make it online.

    Real Life Tip:

    A common American motivational advice.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
James and Sarah discuss their social media habits and feelings.
  • James
    I feel like I spend too much time doomscrolling lately.
  • Sarah
    Same. Constant comparison really affects my mood.
  • James
    Exactly. Everyone seems to be living perfect lives.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. Why does James think he spends too much time on his phone?
  2. What does Sarah say about people who seem perfect online?
  3. What does James want to stop seeking from his posts?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is doomscrolling?

  2. To log off means to ____.

  3. Stop seeking ____ from others.

  4. Avoid constant ____ with friends.

  5. is / time / to / log / off / it

  6. you / fake / until / make / it / it

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. How can we avoid doomscrolling?
  2. Is comparison the thief of joy?
  3. Why do we need validation online?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. Do you feel anxious on social media?
  2. How often do you log off?
  3. What is your favorite app?
  4. Do you compare yourself to others?
  5. Is validation important to you?
  6. How do you stop doomscrolling?
  7. Do you fake it until you make it?
  8. Are you happy with your screen time?
  9. What do you do instead of scrolling?
  10. Is social media healthy?
Sarah
But remember, most people just fake it until they make it.
  • James
    True. I think I need to seek less validation from likes.
  • Sarah
    Yes, it is time to log off and enjoy reality.
  • James
    Agreed. Want to grab some coffee?
  • Sarah
    Absolutely, let us go!