Have you ever looked down at your phone and and thought “I need to get off my phone more.” A large role in society is social media, if we’re bored we get on tiktok, facebook, or even even text a friend on instagram, social media affects how we communicate, learn and spend our time. Platforms let us share ideas in our day to day lives it helps us stay connected and access information quickly. Social media has many benefits but it also has challenges that can be negative and hurt others who come across them. Because of this it is important that people know the goods and bads of social media. One major pro is that you have the ability to connect with others while far away. Video calls, post, or text messages are ways to communicate with friends and family. Social media also helps people find common interests and communities where they can be understood and supported. People enjoy relatable content, it makes them feel less alone. Also social media makes meeting new people easier. It can grow new friendships based on interest. Another benefit is the fact it’s an easy access to knowledge and social media helps share experiences and learn from others while being accessible. Not everything is completely good and that includes social media. Many young people can become addicted to either scrolling or checking their accounts too often. Cyberbullying is a huge deal and is serious. It can cause emotional harm and even lower self-esteem. Social media can make more anxiety and create a fear of missing out also known as FOMO. When people compare their lives to what they see on social media. One more thing is that misinformation spreads quickly. Users can also have privacy risk and when sharing. And some people people mainly deal with is spending too much time online it can also lead to isolation and often sleep loss. At the end everyone can argee that there are ups and downs to social media. By using social media responsibly and in moderation, people can enjoy its benefits while reducing its harmful effects.-Melanie.J
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