Digital Wellbeing

Adults & Seniors

by LearnX Digital

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From consuming information on the internet, communicating with each other via social media, to even shopping on e-commerce sites, we lead increasingly digital lives. It’s useful to think about what a balanced and healthy relationship with digital technology can look like for ourselves. 

We’ve collaborated with the National University of Singapore’s Centre for Trusted Internet and Community (NUS CTIC) to curate a special learning package about holistic digital wellbeing just for you. Read on to explore more!

 

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  • Digital Social Relations: Nurturing social relationships in the online world

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  • Digital Health: Boosting your health and wellness with tech

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  • Digital Consumption: Cultivating critical awareness while browsing online

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  • Digital Employment: Levelling up in the digital workplace

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  • Digital Civic Participation: Harnessing tech to enact meaningful change

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  • Conclusion

    If you’re looking for a short overview of the Digital Wellbeing framework, why not check out this 3-minute explainer video?

    Alternatively, if you’re looking for more information, do check out NUS CTIC's website for additional resources on navigating your own digital wellbeing holistically.  

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