Responsible Social Media Consumption

Helpful tips to effectively educate others while also protecting your mental health on social media during Israel's war in Gaza.

Big Ideas

1. Responsible social media use is a skill that must be learned to engage positively and avoid online challenges.
2. Learning to cope with distressing news and conversations online is essential for maintaining mental health.
3. Recognizing the difference between legitimate criticism of Israel and antisemitic content is crucial for navigating complicated conversations on social media.
   

Essential Questions

1. How can we be responsible consumers of social media, especially surrounding heated topics such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
2. How can we best protect our mental health in the context of emotionally-charged online discussions?
3. When does expressing criticism about Israel online cross the line into antisemitism?