What is social media really doing to our minds?

In this episode of Rooted and Real, we get honest about the highs, the lows, and the unseen impact of scrolling, comparing, and staying constantly connected. From validation and anxiety to the feeling of being hooked on our screens and struggling to put them down—and how all of this is affecting kids growing up in a digital world—nothing is off limits.

If you’ve ever caught yourself reaching for your phone without thinking or wondered how it’s shaping your mental health (or the next generation’s), this conversation is for you.

🎧 Tune in, reflect, and get real with us. Special thanks to our guest, UCONN Professor and Digital Media Expert, John Murphy, for all of his excellent insight on this episode!

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On this episode of Rooted & Real (formerly Recovery with Root), we’re excited to welcome Ashley Hickey, Chief of Operations at Root Center, as she steps into a new role as co-host of the podcast.

Ashley joins Chief of Staff Margaux Hyde as they take the conversation forward—diving into mental health and substance use topics with honesty, openness, and curiosity. Together, they’ll also bring in guest voices to expand and deepen the discussion from a range of perspectives.

This podcast is designed to feel like a real, approachable conversation for anyone interested in these topics—whether you’re personally impacted, supporting someone else, or simply looking to learn and engage.

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On this episode of Recovery with Root, we discuss problem gambling with Fiorgio Fetta from DMHAS, and David Ruela from Amplify, and the very real impact that it can have on a person and their loved ones.

If you or someone you know has a gambling addiction, they can call the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-888-789-7777, or call Root Center at (800) 862-2181 to learn about our Problem Gambling Support Group.

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