Impactful Conversation: Gaining Space for Mental Wellness

Did you know? Social media has been part of our lives for just 20 years, and the iPhone—the tiny computer now inseparable from our hands—arrived only 17 years ago. In these 7,300 days, these tools have transformed the way we buy, work, learn, connect, and communicate. But as they’ve revolutionized our world, they’ve also introduced new challenges, especially to our mental health.

One pressing concern identified by our community partners is isolation among children, which significantly impacts their well-being. And how much time are we, as families and individuals, spending glued to our screens rather than enjoying a walk, noticing the beauty around us, or simply taking a deep breath?

Join us for a lively panel discussion exploring how peer pressure, isolation, and our attachment to technology are shaping the mental health of children, families, and communities.

Speakers include:

• Dr. Dylan Kollman, clinical psychologist and author of Resolving the Anxiety Dilemma
• Dr. Gail Melanson, Executive Director of Mid Fairfield Community Care Center
• Jessica Hirsch, Executive Director of OK to Delay

Together, they’ll unpack the challenges of navigating today’s tech-driven world and explore opportunities to build stronger connections and make space for what truly matters.