Pa Masonic Youth Foundation Presents

The Online Mind: How Digital Spaces Shape Youth Mental Health    

Tues, May 12, 2026 from 9am - 12pm 

Live Webinar

Course Objectives

In today’s connected world, the digital environment is a central part of youth identity, relationships, and daily life. Social media, gaming, and online communities can foster creativity and connection—but they can also lead to stress, anxiety, isolation, and self-comparison. Their digital environment can have a profound influence on the developing mind and mental health of young people. During the workshop we will examine current research on the psychological and relational impacts of the digital engagement, discuss emerging trends in online behavior, and review strategies and resources to better support youth navigating the pressures and possibilities of the online world.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will identify the ways in which digital spaces influence youth mental health, including both risk and protective factors.
• Attendees will look at the signs of digital overload, online stress, and social media–related distress among youth.
• Participants will examine the connections between online behavior, self-esteem, identity development, and emotional well-being.
• Attendees will review strategies and resources to promote healthy digital habits and resilience in youth across school and agency settings.

Presenter: Deborah McCoy

CEU offered:3

Fees: Training is Free but CEU certificate is an additional cost
$15 for members of NASW and $25 for non-members
The evaluation request for ceus will be given at time of training via online link

To register for training contact Amy Nace at 717-367-1536 x2 or alnace@pmyf.org 

Disclaimer: 

Please note these credits are accepted for PA State license only:
NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapist and professional counselors by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselors, call your state licensing  board to verify CEU's