"Research on well-being and social media use is a constantly evolving field, with studies exploring their impact on mental health and social behavior."

Past Events

  • Happiness Forum

    JUNE 17-18, 2024

    The Lugano Happiness Forum is a two-day forum that aims to bring together scholars, policymakers, and experts to explore the intricate mechanisms and underlying principles of human happiness and well-being.

  • ICA Interview

    APRIL, 2024

    Discover Dr. Laura Marciano's insights on the impact of social media on well-being. In this interview, she discusses her research on digital habits, mental health, and the challenges of the digital age.

  • NIMH Workshop

    APRIL 4-5, 2024

    This workshop explores the impact of technology and digital media on child and adolescent development and mental health. Experts discuss the latest research, challenges, and opportunities in understanding how digital experiences shape young minds.

  • International Day of Happiness

    MARCH 20, 2024

    This article explores the importance of measuring emotional well-being in celebration of the International Day of Happiness. It highlights innovative approaches and insights on how well-being can be assessed to improve quality of life.

  • Happiness 2.0 Project Begins

    FEBRUARY 20, 2024

    The project funded offers science-based communication activities to Ticino adolescents aged 14-18, parents and stakeholders: themed on how social media use affects adolescents' well-being over time.

  • Umbrella Review

    SEPTEMBER, 2023

    Research Spotlight: The Use of Mobile Assessments for Monitoring Mental Health in Youth: Umbrella Review

  • Interview

    JULY 17, 2023

    Is social media use bad for young people’s mental health? It’s complicated

  • Workshop

    Workshop

    JUNE 26, 2023

    Social Media and Well-Being: A multi-disciplinary dialogue

  • Events

    JUNE 1, 2023

    Arts as Medicine: Where do we go from here?

  • Achievements

    Center Postdoctoral Research Fellow Dr. Laura Marciano Receives National Institutes of Health Grant

  • Interviews

    AUGUST, 2022

    Research Spotlight: Social Media, Young People, and the HappyB Project