In her TEDx talk, Sonakshi Ruhela explores the psychological implications of a parenting phenomenon known as “sharenting.” This practice involves parents sharing details about their children’s lives on social media, often without their consent. Ruhela delves into how sharenting can impact a child’s sense of privacy, autonomy, and self-esteem.
She highlights the potential risks of sharing personal information online, such as identity theft and cyberbullying. Ruhela also discusses how children may feel pressured to maintain a certain image online, leading to feelings of insecurity and anxiety.
The talk emphasizes the importance of parents being mindful of what they choose to share about their children online, and the need to prioritize their child’s well-being and privacy. Ruhela encourages parents to have open and honest conversations with their children about their online presence, and to involve them in the decision-making process.
Overall, Ruhela’s talk sheds light on the psychological effects of sharenting and calls for a more thoughtful approach to sharing information about children on social media.
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On February 12, 2025, Dr Sonakshi Ruhela took the TEDxGNMS stage with her talk, The Psychological Implications of Sharenting. While social media helps families celebrate milestones, it also raises questions about consent, digital identity, and long-term privacy. How can parents navigate this fine line? Dr. Ruhela explores the impact of “sharenting” and how to ensure that children’s stories remain theirs to tell. Dr. Sonakshi Ruhela is a psychologist, educator, and TEDx speaker with 15+ years of experience in teaching, research, and counseling. A Harvard-certified expert, she helped establish psychology programs at universities in Dubai. She is a Senior Fellow of the UK’s Higher Education Academy and a consultant psychologist at Open Minds Psychiatry. Named among Asia’s 40 Under 40, she has received global awards, published research, delivered 300+ talks worldwide, and authored Counseling Interventions for Millennials, archived at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “The Psychological Implications of Sharenting | Sonakshi Ruhela | TEDxGEMS New Millennium School” was uploaded on 03/17/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks