Santa Barbara County Launches "NoSo November" Campaign
The Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness and the County Health Department are launching "NoSo November", a community-wide challenge to take a break from social media during November.
The goal of the NoSo (No Social Media) Campaign is to raise awareness of the impacts of social media on mental and physical health and to inspire a healthier relationship with technology.
- Excessive social media use can lead to increased stress, anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation.
- Taking a short break from social media can significantly improve mood and overall wellbeing.
Research has shown that taking even a short break from social media — as little as one week — can significantly improve mood and overall wellbeing.
Author's summary: Santa Barbara County encourages social media break.