TANGERANG, JurnalPost.com — Amidst the relentless flow of information and social media activity, the pressure to stay constantly connected, keep up with trends, and compare one's personal life with others has become an increasingly pressing issue for the younger generation. These habits not only influence how individuals perceive themselves but can also impact their mental health and sleep quality.
Addressing these concerns, Daniela Elvaretha Angelia, a student at the Faculty of Medicine at Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH), initiated a mental health campaign titled LOOPY (Limiting Online Overload, Protecting Your Well-being) which took place from October 5–19, 2026.
Carrying the slogan “Break the Loop. Live Beyond the Feed,” this campaign invites the public, particularly teenagers and young adults, to better understand the influence of social media usage on psychological conditions while building healthier digital habits.
LOOPY highlights several phenomena frequently experienced by social media users, ranging from fear of missing out (FOMO), the habit of comparing oneself to others (social comparison), to the pressure to meet the standards of appearance, achievement, and lifestyle displayed in digital spaces.
Constant exposure to content, especially when accompanied by negative self-comparison, can be linked to increased anxiety. Excessive social media use, particularly before bedtime, also has the potential to disrupt sleep patterns.
Through LOOPY, the public is encouraged to understand that the issue is not just about how long someone uses social media, but also how such digital activity affects their thoughts, emotions, and daily life.
Presenting Mental Health Discussions with Professionals
To broaden public understanding, LOOPY presented a series of educational activities held both online and offline.
One of its programs was LOOPY TALKS, an interactive discussion via Instagram Live featuring a psychiatrist.
Through this activity, participants received education regarding the relationship between social media usage, digital pressure, anxiety, and sleep disorders.
In addition to LOOPY TALKS, the campaign organized the BEYOND THE FEED webinar, featuring psychiatrists affiliated with the Indonesian Medical Association (IDI) and the Indonesian Psychiatric Association (PDSKJI).
The webinar discussed various psychological issues related to digital life, including FOMO, social comparison, and the social pressure that arises from exposure to social media content.
Through presentations and educational discussions, participants were encouraged to recognize signs of digital pressure while understanding the importance of maintaining a balance between online activity and life outside the screen.
Reaching 12 Universities Across Various Cities
Not relying solely on internet-based activities, LOOPY also reached students directly through the LOOPY GOES TO CAMPUSprogram.
This program targeted 12 universities spread across several regions in Indonesia, including Tangerang, Jakarta, Bogor, Surabaya, Semarang, Salatiga, Yogyakarta, and Surakarta.
Through the distribution of educational posters and interactive activities, students were encouraged to evaluate their social media usage habits.
The activity also served as a means to introduce the importance of mental health literacy in university environments, especially when students face academic demands, social life, and various expectations that arise in the digital world.
This cross-regional reach allowed the LOOPY campaign message to be introduced to students with diverse backgrounds and academic environments.
Meanwhile, to reach a younger age group, LOOPY organized LOOPY GOES TO SCHOOL at UPH College.
The program provided education to high school students regarding anxiety, social pressure in digital media, and the importance of maintaining sleep patterns.
Education from school age is part of LOOPY's approach to encouraging teenagers to be more aware of the digital habits they build daily.
LOOPY LETTERS Becomes a Space for Sharing Experiences Anonymously
Within the UPH Faculty of Medicine, the campaign also introduced the LOOPY LETTERSprogram.
Through this program, students were given the opportunity to write about their experiences, feelings, and pressures related to social media usage anonymously.
This approach provided a space for expression for students who might not feel comfortable discussing their personal experiences openly.
On the other hand, LOOPY also utilized digital platforms as a means of disseminating information through LOOPY ALERT, which consists of short educational videos published on TikTok.
Utilizing TikTok is one way to convey mental health messages through media that is close to the daily lives of teenagers and young adults.
The campaign also collaborated with radio media to expand the dissemination of information about digital pressure and the importance of building more balanced social media habits.
LOOPY LAND Invites the Public to Recognize Digital Pressure
One of the main activities in the campaign series was LOOPY LAND which was held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Panunggangan Barat Village Office, Tangerang.
Unlike educational activities that focus solely on delivering material, LOOPY LAND combined several approaches, ranging from mental health education, physical activity, discussions with psychologists, to reflective workshops.
Through this activity, participants were invited to understand how digital pressure can affect daily life, including ways of thinking, feelings, and responses to social situations.
In discussion sessions and reflective activities, participants were encouraged to recognize things that trigger psychological pressure and explore simple steps that can be applied in daily life.
This interactive approach is expected to help the public understand that maintaining mental health does not always have to start with major changes.
Recognizing device usage habits, limiting exposure to content that triggers negative self-comparison, and providing time to rest from digital activities are some steps that can be considered to build a healthier relationship with technology.
The presence of psychologists in this activity also provided an opportunity for participants to obtain professional perspectives on psychological pressure related to social media usage.
Reminding of the Importance of Life Outside the Screen
Through various programs held over two weeks, LOOPY sought to bring mental health issues closer to the community.
This campaign does not position social media as something entirely negative. Instead, LOOPY encourages users to be more aware of their technology usage patterns and their impact on psychological well-being.
This message is relevant in the lives of the younger generation who are increasingly connected to digital spaces, whether for learning, working, communicating, or seeking entertainment.
By involving students, school pupils, psychiatrists, psychologists, media, and the general public, LOOPY sought to build a more open space for conversation regarding anxiety, social pressure, and digital habits.
Through the slogan “Break the Loop. Live Beyond the Feed,” LOOPY reminds us that social media activity is only one part of life.
Ultimately, building a healthier relationship with technology does not mean having to leave social media entirely, but rather understanding when it is necessary to connect and when it is time to give oneself space to rest.
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