{"id":1312,"date":"2023-12-15T14:31:20","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T09:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/?p=1312"},"modified":"2023-12-15T14:31:42","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T09:31:42","slug":"pros-and-cons-of-social-media","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/","title":{"rendered":"Pros and Cons of Social Media for Youth and Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media is a huge part of the lives of youth today. It&#8217;s how they communicate, express themselves, and share their life with friends. But sometimes social media can be bad for teens too.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662207c2b86d7\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" 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href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Pros_and_Cons_of_Social_Media_for_Youth\" title=\"Pros and Cons of Social Media for Youth\">Pros and Cons of Social Media for Youth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Pros_of_Social_Media_for_Youth\" title=\"Pros of Social Media for Youth\">Pros of Social Media for Youth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Helps_in_Education\" title=\"Social Media Helps in Education\">Social Media Helps in Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Teenagers_are_more_informed_today_more_than_ever_before\" title=\"Teenagers are more informed today more than ever before\">Teenagers are more informed today more than ever before<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_Communication\" title=\"Social Media Used for Communication\">Social Media Used for Communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_Awareness\" title=\"Social Media Used for Awareness\">Social Media Used for Awareness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_the_Noble_Causes\" title=\"Social Media Used for the Noble Causes\">Social Media Used for the Noble Causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Helps_in_Building_Communities_of_the_People\" title=\"Social Media Helps in Building Communities of the People\">Social Media Helps in Building Communities of the People<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_is_a_Source_of_the_Latest_Information\" title=\"Social Media is a Source of the Latest Information\">Social Media is a Source of the Latest Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Helps_reach_Large_Audiences\" title=\"Social Media Helps reach Large Audiences\">Social Media Helps reach Large Audiences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Helps_in_Governance\" title=\"Social Media Helps in Governance\">Social Media Helps in Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_Promotion_and_Advertising\" title=\"Social Media Used for Promotion and Advertising\">Social Media Used for Promotion and Advertising<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_helps_in_Driving_Traffic_To_Your_Website\" title=\"Social Media helps in Driving Traffic To Your Website\">Social Media helps in Driving Traffic To Your Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_helps_Improve_Business_Reputation\" title=\"Social Media helps Improve Business Reputation\">Social Media helps Improve Business Reputation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_Entertainment\" title=\"Social Media Used for Entertainment\">Social Media Used for Entertainment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Using_Social_Media_for_Job_Search\" title=\"Using Social Media for Job Search\">Using Social Media for Job Search<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_Professional_Growth\" title=\"Social Media Used for Professional Growth\">Social Media Used for Professional Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Cons_of_Social_Media_for_Youth_and_Students\" title=\"Cons of Social Media for Youth and Students\">Cons of Social Media for Youth and Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Decreases_Face-to-Face_Communication_Skills\" title=\"Social Media Decreases Face-to-Face Communication Skills\">Social Media Decreases Face-to-Face Communication Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Causes_Sleep_Problems\" title=\"Social Media Causes Sleep Problems\">Social Media Causes Sleep Problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Causes_Distraction\" title=\"Social Media Causes Distraction\">Social Media Causes Distraction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Causes_Depression_and_Loneliness\" title=\"Social Media Causes Depression and Loneliness\">Social Media Causes Depression and Loneliness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Causes_Health_Issues\" title=\"Social Media Causes Health Issues\">Social Media Causes Health Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Time_Wastage_on_Using_Social_Media\" title=\"Time Wastage on Using Social Media\">Time Wastage on Using Social Media<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Bullying_or_Cyberbullying\" title=\"Social Media Bullying or Cyberbullying\">Social Media Bullying or Cyberbullying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Used_for_Hacking\" title=\"Social Media Used for Hacking\">Social Media Used for Hacking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Cause_Security_Issues\" title=\"Social Media Cause Security Issues\">Social Media Cause Security Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Spread_Fake_News_Very_Fast\" title=\"Social Media Spread Fake News Very Fast\">Social Media Spread Fake News Very Fast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Ruins_Reputation\" title=\"Social Media Ruins Reputation\">Social Media Ruins Reputation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Addiction\" title=\"Social Media Addiction\">Social Media Addiction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Cheating_and_Relationship_Issues_on_Social_Media\" title=\"Cheating and Relationship Issues on Social Media\">Cheating and Relationship Issues on Social Media<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Negative_Impact_on_Children\" title=\"Social Media Negative Impact on Children\">Social Media Negative Impact on Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Fraud_and_Scams_on_Social_Media_Platforms\" title=\"Fraud and Scams on Social Media Platforms\">Fraud and Scams on Social Media Platforms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Social_Media_Causes_Death\" title=\"Social Media Causes Death\">Social Media Causes Death<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/pros-and-cons-of-social-media\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion:\">Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may start comparing themselves to others on social media platforms, feel like they don&#8217;t measure up or get enough likes, and then spend hours scrolling through other people&#8217;s posts without any self-care time in between.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Social media has a big impact on the lives of many people. It is not uncommon to see someone staring at their phone instead of interacting with those around them or having no idea where they are because they&#8217;re too preoccupied looking down into their phones.<\/p>\n<p>This article will discuss some ideas about how social media can be both helpful and harmful in our everyday life, as well as why it&#8217;s important for us all to have an understanding that just like anything else-social Media should only take up time when we choose to give it permission.<\/p>\n<div class=\"i2-pros-cons-icons i2-pros-cons-main-wrapper theme-i2pc-theme-02 has-title no-button no-space-between-column no-outer-border no-round-corner no-heading-icon\"><h3 class=\"i2pctitle\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_and_Disadvantages_of_Social_Media_for_Students_and_Youth\"><\/span>Advantages and Disadvantages of Social Media for Students and Youth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"i2-pros-cons-wrapper\"><div class=\"i2-pros\"><strong class=\"i2-pros-title\">Pros<\/strong><div class=\"section\"><ul class='has-icon'><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Helps in Education<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Teenagers are more informed today more than ever before<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Used for Communication<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Used for Awareness<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Used for the Noble Causes<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media is a Source of the Latest Information<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Helps reach Large Audiences<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Helps in Governance<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Used for Promotion and Advertising<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media helps in Driving Traffic To Your Website<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media helps Improve Business Reputation<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Used for Entertainment<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Using Social Media for Job Search<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-up'><\/i>Social Media Used for Professional Growth<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"i2-cons\"><strong class=\"i2-cons-title\">Cons<\/strong><div class=\"section\"><ul class='has-icon'><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Decreases Face-to-Face Communication Skills<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Causes Sleep Problems<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Causes Distraction<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Causes Depression and Loneliness<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Causes Health Issues<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Time Wastage on Using Social Media<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Bullying or Cyberbullying<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Used for Hacking<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Cause Security Issues<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Spread Fake News Very Fast<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Ruins Reputation<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Addiction<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Cheating and Relationship Issues on Social Media<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Negative Impact on Children<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Fraud and Scams on Social Media Platforms<\/li><li><i class='icon icon-thumbs-o-down'><\/i>Social Media Causes Death<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_and_Cons_of_Social_Media_for_Youth\"><\/span>Pros and Cons of Social Media for Youth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are some pros and cons of using social media as a teen? This blog post explores the pros and cons of social media for youth and students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>I will start with the <strong>Pros of Social Media for Youth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_Social_Media_for_Youth\"><\/span>Pros of Social Media for Youth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Below are the top pros of social media for students and youth.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Helps_in_Education\"><\/span>Social Media Helps in Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is a powerful tool for educators looking to get students excited about learning. One of the most popular ways it\u2019s used in education is by live-streaming lessons, such as lectures or sports events.<\/p>\n<p>Live-streamed classes are not only convenient and cost-effective; they also offer an engaging way for teachers to reach learners who may be unable to attend class due to either professional obligations or personal issues like illness.<\/p>\n<p>The use of social media can also help with classroom management since many schools now discourage cell phone usage among their student body during school hours out of fear that some might abuse this privilege at inappropriate times (such as while driving).<\/p>\n<p>Limiting access means there will fewer distractions from homework assignments and other activities aimed at achieving academic success.<\/p>\n<p>It is encouraging to know that social media can be used in education. I recently heard about a program called &#8220;ED-U&#8221; which uses the popular video game Minecraft as an educational tool for kids aged 7 &#8211; 12 years old. Who would have thought something so fun could also help young children become more interested in learning?<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s amazing how one of today\u2019s most loved and played games, Minecraft, has been turned into a way to teach kids! The ED-U project aims at using this famous 3D building block style game world with intuitive controls as a teaching aid for younger students looking to learn more math or reading skills through playtime activities within the virtual environment created by players themselves on their laptops or tablets.<\/p>\n<p>We live in a world where all of our lives are increasingly dependent on social media, and it is changing the way that we interact with one another. It has also changed how we learn &#8211; most notably through its ability to help us stay up-to-date by sharing knowledge about current events or educational materials. The key here is understanding what kind of information will best impact your audience; for instance, many educators use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a> as an extension of their classroom discussions because students often feel more comfortable voicing their thoughts online when they know there&#8217;s no pressure from peers since nobody can see who wrote it initially (as opposed to speaking out during class). As such, these conversations may be less confrontational than if face-to-face which usually leads to deeper.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Teenagers_are_more_informed_today_more_than_ever_before\"><\/span>Teenagers are more informed today more than ever before<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From the internet to social media, and from mobile phones to video games; teenagers are constantly connected. The world is not just in their living room but at their fingertips too.<\/p>\n<p>The teenager of today has an advantage with information that those before him or her may never have had access to, such as using the internet for research projects while still retaining a sense of responsibility when it comes time for school work. With so many platforms available on which we can learn about any topic imaginable there&#8217;s no longer a need for boring textbooks!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_Communication\"><\/span>Social Media Used for Communication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media has become a huge part of our lives in the last few years. We don&#8217;t even have to leave home or get off the couch anymore, we can just sit back and scroll through Facebook from any device with an internet connection!<\/p>\n<p>Social Media is now an integral facet of communication today; it&#8217;s not uncommon that people communicate only by social networking sites like <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a> on their smartphones while sitting at work, school, etc. This type of technology allows us to connect more easily than ever before because you&#8217;re able to interact directly without having a physical presence&#8211;it&#8217;s pretty amazing how far things have come!<\/p>\n<p>With technology, it is now easier than ever to communicate with someone who lives thousands of miles away. Social media has made this possible by helping people connect in a way that was not previously accessible before the invention of smartphones and social networking websites like Facebook and Twitter. It\u2019s incredible how much information we can access just from looking at our phone or computer screen!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_Awareness\"><\/span>Social Media Used for Awareness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People are using social media platforms to raise awareness for many different causes, such as the Black Lives Matter movement.<\/p>\n<p>A recent example was when celebrities and politicians all changed their profile pictures with a red &#8220;X&#8221; over an American flag in response to President Donald Trump&#8217;s ban on Muslim immigrants entering America.<\/p>\n<p>This use of social media is really effective because it can reach people who may not have been interested otherwise through his or her feed in just one click of a button, thus raising attention towards certain topics that didn&#8217;t previously get much notice.<\/p>\n<p>Social media is a fast and easy way to make an impact. Before social networking, if you wanted to get information out there about your event or campaign for awareness, it would take weeks of phone calls just to find someone with the resources that could do anything worthwhile in terms of helping spread the word on the cause.<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays all one needs is internet access and a well-written blog post written by themselves with pictures from their own camera ready at hand; not only can they reach millions of more people than ever before but they also have much less work involved as opposed to going through traditional means.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_the_Noble_Causes\"><\/span>Social Media Used for the Noble Causes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People use social media for noble causes like aiding victims of natural disasters and other unfortunate circumstances or reaching out to those in need. Social Media helps people find each other when they have lost contact with a loved one because it is easier to look through hundreds of photos than pages upon pages on an outdated phonebook.<\/p>\n<p>It also makes donating easy by sending funds straight from your pocket directly to someone&#8217;s PayPal account without having any costs involved such as bank fees that can be passed down onto the charity organization you&#8217;re giving to!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Helps_in_Building_Communities_of_the_People\"><\/span>Social Media Helps in Building Communities of the People<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is the new way to connect with people all around the world. It&#8217;s a great tool for connecting and building communities of like-minded individuals, but it can also be used as an outlet for hate speech or bullying if not monitored closely.<\/p>\n<p>Social media sites are now becoming more than just communication tools, they&#8217;re being recognized as valuable sources of information by government agencies looking to improve their services to citizens who need them most.<\/p>\n<p>Finding ways that social networking platforms could help build bonds between residents in underserved areas is one example where these networks have potential beyond simple chatting!<\/p>\n<p>Social media is helping people to build communities with other individuals who share their interests and perspectives.<\/p>\n<p>Often when we log onto Facebook it seems like the entire world has been waiting for us, because our friends have all posted about what they&#8217;ve done since the last time we were online.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media really helps people find new connections that might otherwise be missed due to lack of physical interaction or shared values on an individual level &#8211; but now there are so many ways a person can interact with others in real life as well!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_is_a_Source_of_the_Latest_Information\"><\/span>Social Media is a Source of the Latest Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In this age of social media, we are bombarded by the latest news at nearly every turn. Whether scrolling through Facebook or reading a tweet on our phone during dinner with friends and family, it is hard to escape what\u2019s going on in the world around us these days.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best things about social media is that it can provide you with current and up-to-date information.<\/p>\n<p>One reason why I love using Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to get updates on what&#8217;s happening in popular culture is that they take care of all my entertainment needs. They give me access to the latest trends! It&#8217;s also a great way to stay connected with friends who live far away &#8211; we&#8217;ll post funny pictures together and share jokes while staying updated on each other\u2019s lives as well!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Helps_reach_Large_Audiences\"><\/span>Social Media Helps reach Large Audiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media has changed the way brands communicate with their consumers. Advertisers are now able to reach more people than ever before, and they&#8217;re finding new ways to do it each day.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media is a great place for companies who want exposure on social networks like Facebook and Twitter where millions of users always have access to any given message posted online from anywhere in the world at any time during the day or night!<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s hard to find a person who doesn&#8217;t have at least one social media account. Social networks are great ways for businesses to advertise and reach new audiences, but they can also be detrimental if not used responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media helps companies broaden their customer base by reaching large amounts of people all over the world with just minimal investment in time or money while maintaining a sense of professionalism through an online presence.<\/p>\n<p>Social media is a powerful tool for reaching large audiences. For example, President Obama&#8217;s 2012 campaign was successful in part because of the way he used social media to reach out and connect with as many voters as possible. The president even tweeted from his own account!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Helps_in_Governance\"><\/span>Social Media Helps in Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is proving itself as an important tool by which people can use to demonstrate powerlessness against governments of repressive nation-states\u2014as we saw recently during President Trump\u2019s first Muslim ban when thousands took to Twitter #MuslimBanProtest to show solidarity between Muslims around the world who are persecuted based on religion or ethnicity.<\/p>\n<p>Social media has been a boon for many countries in the Middle East and North Africa, providing an outlet to voice their grievances with oppressive regimes. In Tunisia during 2011&#8217;s Jasmine Revolution, social networking sites like Facebook helped spread messages about protests that were taking place at different locations throughout the country.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media has been playing an increasingly pivotal role in the government of countries around the world. This is especially true for governments with high rates of corruption, as it provides a way to connect citizens and officials so that they can better understand each other&#8217;s needs and goals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_Promotion_and_Advertising\"><\/span>Social Media Used for Promotion and Advertising<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The age of social media is here! Social media has become not only a tool for connecting with people but also invaluable marketing and advertising platform.<\/p>\n<p>Social media has been a huge success for promotions and advertising. There are many ways people can use social media to get the word out about their product or service, from creating an attractive banner ad on Facebook that is high in quality with little cost of production time, to set up accounts on Twitter as well as other platforms such as Pinterest where one can post interesting content related to one&#8217;s products\/services which may be more informal than they would like it otherwise appear on sites like <a href=\"https:\/\/linkedin.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media allows advertisers and promoters alike opportunities unheard of just 10 years ago by anyone who had access only through newspapers, radio spots, TV commercials, etc.; now all you need is an Internet connection!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_helps_in_Driving_Traffic_To_Your_Website\"><\/span>Social Media helps in Driving Traffic To Your Website<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is often the first place to go for content. People are constantly looking at their feeds and social channels, so getting your posts out there can really help drive traffic to your website!<\/p>\n<p>Social Media is a powerful tool that should be used to your advantage if you want more website traffic.<\/p>\n<p>Social media can significantly boost the number of visitors to your site, provided they are utilized correctly.<\/p>\n<p>The key component for success with social media marketing is developing an effective strategy and then executing it well over time in order to maximize results and get good ROI (return-on-investment).<\/p>\n<p>If done right, this method will grow both customer trust while also increasing sales opportunities.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_helps_Improve_Business_Reputation\"><\/span>Social Media helps Improve Business Reputation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The top three social media sites that can help improve a business&#8217; reputation are Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<p>Social media is an important part of many people&#8217;s lives these days; it makes for great communication in general but also has become one of the best ways to build your online presence.<\/p>\n<p>So how does this affect businesses? Well with everything going digital (and mobile!) you need some way to reach out there too- why not use what they&#8217;re already doing! Social Media helps Improve Business Reputation because you have access now more than ever before as well as being able to offer discounts or promotions on certain platforms like Instagram which directly connects back into their website.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_Entertainment\"><\/span>Social Media Used for Entertainment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many people use social media in their spare time for entertainment. It has become one of the most popular ways to watch videos and listen to music together with friends or strangers from all over the world.<\/p>\n<p>Some well-known social networking sites include Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat (Snapchat Stories), etc., which allow users access to some form of video content that they enjoy watching on TV such as basketball games and even live news events.<\/p>\n<p>Social media is used by many every day for the purpose of entertainment. Whether it be a video, game, or article; social media can make someone&#8217;s day.<\/p>\n<p>It is sometimes hard to keep up with those who are constantly uploading new content on their timelines and feeds but in order to stay connected one must know that there will always be something extraordinary waiting at your fingertips whenever you log into any given app such as Instagram or Facebook.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Social_Media_for_Job_Search\"><\/span>Using Social Media for Job Search<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>How do you stand out from the competition? If you&#8217;re like me, your answer is probably 3 things: a creative resume and cover letter; an interview that goes well enough to open doors for future interviews with other companies. And social media exposure\u2014especially LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not as easy as it sounds though! You need more than simply posting about what you want in order to get ahead of all those candidates applying on Indeed or Monster every day who are vying for the same position at Google (or whichever company).<\/p>\n<p>Do some research before getting started &#8211; know which platforms have jobs posted by employers where I am looking so I can tailor my presence accordingly. Get professional headshots taken ASAP if they don&#8217;t already exist.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_Professional_Growth\"><\/span>Social Media Used for Professional Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is a great way to stay on top of the latest trends in your field.<\/p>\n<p>Social media has become an important tool for professionals seeking knowledge and growth opportunities from other sources outside their own professional world.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not just about what you post, but also who you follow that can be beneficial or detrimental depending on where they are coming from with it all!<\/p>\n<p>Social media is a valuable tool for anyone looking to grow professionally. Whether you&#8217;re just starting out or have been in the workforce for some time, it&#8217;s an excellent way of keeping up with new trends and connecting with others who are at similar stages in their careers.<\/p>\n<p>Social media has been a recent topic of discussion in regards to how it can be used for professional development. With the rise of social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, there are now more ways than ever before to keep up with what is going on in your industry while you work or even when you&#8217;re not working at all.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media &#8211; A Tool for Professional Growth? Social networks have become an integral part of many people&#8217;s everyday lives whether they use them specifically as platforms designed to make friends or professionally.<\/p>\n<p>Since they offer so much information about careers that would otherwise only be accessible through traditional means such as reading trade magazines and asking questions after speaking engagements from professionals within these industries (and probably doing some research).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_of_Social_Media_for_Youth_and_Students\"><\/span>Cons of Social Media for Youth and Students<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Below are the top cons of social media for students and youth.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Decreases_Face-to-Face_Communication_Skills\"><\/span>Social Media Decreases Face-to-Face Communication Skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social Media has been linked to decreasing face-to-face communication skills, and so this means that our society is becoming more isolated.<\/p>\n<p>Social media may be the reason for an apparent decrease in face-to-face conversations between family members as well as friends.<\/p>\n<p>This can lead people into a social withdrawal state where they&#8217;re not interacting with anyone outside their immediate circle of acquaintances which inevitably leads them to become less socially capable than those who are still able to hold real-life interactions on a regular schedule; because we know how important it is for children&#8217;s development at such young ages like four years old or younger.<\/p>\n<p>Social media is starting to decrease face-to-face communication skills. A recent study shows that people who spend more time of their day on social networking sites are less likely to interact with others in person and may be missing out on all sorts of opportunities for emotional, intellectual, and physical growth.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>New research coming from University College London claims that those spending a lot of hours each day using Facebook or other mobile apps could have stunted development because they don&#8217;t get enough practice at real human interaction.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s no secret: many Americans can go entire days without talking to another person &#8211; let alone making eye contact!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Causes_Sleep_Problems\"><\/span>Social Media Causes Sleep Problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Do you ever feel like all those hours scrolling through your phone are keeping you up at night? Studies show that many people who use social media before bed ended up with sleep problems.<\/p>\n<p>Do not be fooled by the idea of checking out for a few minutes to unwind and relax from work or school stress; it can lead to more missed evenings, less productive mornings, and eventually chronic insomnia!<\/p>\n<p>Social Media has been linked to a variety of sleep disorders, including insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea.<\/p>\n<p>A study conducted by the National Sleep Foundation found that 1 in 5 people admitted they struggled with sleeping because social media was too distracting at night.<\/p>\n<p>The blue light from smartphones can also cause sleeplessness as it suppresses melatonin production which is what makes us sleepy enough for bedtime so we don&#8217;t stay up all hours into the morning if our body needs to rest instead of just scrolling through Instagram or Facebook before bedtime like many does nowadays!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Causes_Distraction\"><\/span>Social Media Causes Distraction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It isn&#8217;t hard these days to observe somebody who looks completely out of place without knowing what day it is, but this person could also very likely be lost somewhere between Facebook and Twitter.<\/p>\n<p>There is a constant stream of social media updates about the next best thing. We will always be distracted by what someone else has posted, and it can take up our time in an instant.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s easy to forget where we were going because there seems to be something better happening on your friends&#8217; feeds than anything you have planned for yourself today.<\/p>\n<p>Social media is a double-edged sword. While it provides a connection to family and friends, the constant stream of information can also be distracting for those who are looking at their phones all day long.<\/p>\n<p>Social media has been blamed by many as being responsible for the rise in distracted driving crashes.<\/p>\n<p>What if social media is to blame for distractions during the workday?<\/p>\n<p>As more and more companies harness the power of technology, it&#8217;s becoming increasingly difficult for their employees to stay focused.<\/p>\n<p>The ever-present pull of a Facebook notification or an enticing tweet can make focusing on any one task seem impossible at times.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, according to digital marketing research company eMarketer in 2014 nearly half (47 percent) of all US internet users have admitted being distracted by non-work-related content while they were working!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Causes_Depression_and_Loneliness\"><\/span>Social Media Causes Depression and Loneliness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It has been shown that excessive use of social media can cause depression and loneliness.<\/p>\n<p>The common assumption is we have access to more people than ever before, but in reality, many studies show the opposite.<\/p>\n<p>The truth about our generation&#8217;s relationships with technology are often not as glamorous or fulfilling as they appear on Instagram &#8211; which may lead us into a false sense of security for how much time we&#8217;re spending online when really it could be negatively affecting our mental health by causing feelings such as isolation, anxiety and even increased suicidal thoughts among teens.<\/p>\n<p>The internet has made it easier for people to isolate themselves from their surroundings.<br \/>\nisolation is a well-known cause of depression and loneliness, but there may be something that&#8217;s even more dangerous: social media.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media causes these mental health issues because they are an easy way to compare oneself with others without realizing the harm in doing so as users see only what other feel like sharing &#8211; not how much work goes into presenting your best selves online or who you really are offline.<\/p>\n<p>People often find out about negative news before positive ones which can alter our perceptions of reality and makes us less satisfied with our lives leading them down paths of negativity.<\/p>\n<p>Social media has some negative impacts on people&#8217;s mental health. In a recent study, the use of social networking sites was linked with higher rates of depression and loneliness; in other words, more time spent online increases the chances that users will feel depressed or lonely.<\/p>\n<p>A new report by researchers from Baylor University (BU) who conducted an extensive review across nine studies involving over 1 million participants worldwide found substantial evidence linking the regular consumption of social networks to greater feelings of loneliness and depression as well as dissatisfaction with life than those who do not spend much time there at all.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Causes_Health_Issues\"><\/span>Social Media Causes Health Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are many reasons why social media is harmful to our health including our addiction, the unregulated content on these platforms, and their design.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media has become one of those things that we have grown up with; it&#8217;s virtually impossible to escape from as they seem more like an extension of reality than a website or app.<\/p>\n<p>This causes us all sorts of issues because there are so many ways in which social media can be bad for you when used irresponsibly &#8211; this includes mental health concerns such as anxiety disorders and depression amongst other conditions related to stress levels! Allowing yourself time away from Facebook or Instagram will help your heart rate.<\/p>\n<p>Recent studies show that social media use is contributing to an increase in mental health issues.<\/p>\n<p>A recent study has revealed a direct correlation between the amount of time spent on Facebook or Twitter and poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety disorders like OCD as well as symptoms associated with eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa.<\/p>\n<p>This was found through surveys taken by students at leading universities across America who were asked about their level of engagement with these sites and how it affected them over 20 years ago when they first started using them compared to now.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media is the cause of many health problems. It causes addiction, anxiety, depression, and mental breakdowns for its users as it takes away their social skills from them in favor of a mindless robotic existence where one can exist without being seen or heard by anyone at all.<\/p>\n<p>In this day and age, Social media has become just an extension of our lives that we cannot live without but do not need either; there are plenty more ways to make friends than through Facebook alone.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Wastage_on_Using_Social_Media\"><\/span>Time Wastage on Using Social Media<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In a recent survey, 25% of respondents admitted to wasting work time scrolling through social media. It seems that some people are spending more time on Facebook than they do with their families and friends at home! This is not only bad for productivity but it&#8217;s also sad because these people may be missing out on many important moments in life.<\/p>\n<p>We all know that it&#8217;s bad to use social media too much. It feeds our addiction for &#8220;likes&#8221; and can lead us down a deep, dark rabbit hole of self-doubt when we see everyone else&#8217;s perfect lives on Instagram or Facebook &#8211; but is the problem really just in how much time you spend? Or could there be more at play here than meets the eye?<\/p>\n<p>I have been scrolling through my feed after work lately, only realizing I wasted an hour later. So what if this gets me out of dinner with my family so they don&#8217;t think I&#8217;m forgetting them.<\/p>\n<p>It is hard to believe, but some people think that time spent on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter is not a waste of time.<\/p>\n<p>Some critics argue that there can be benefits from using these online platforms often, such as the ability for users to learn new information or see what their friends have been up to.<\/p>\n<p>However, others disagree with this argument and claim it is impossible to find any redeeming qualities in spending so much idle time checking out your favorite celebrity\u2019s latest tweet instead of doing something productive with my day off- which could include anything from cleaning house all weekend (which I am afraid will never get done), reading an interesting book you recently picked up at Costco.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Bullying_or_Cyberbullying\"><\/span>Social Media Bullying or Cyberbullying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The internet is currently a place that many people fear. With the ease of anonymity, and accessibility to anyone with an opinion or insecurity through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram &#8211; bullying has never been easier.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media Bullying can be defined by anything from posting embarrassing photos on Snapchat without consent for friends who have given you their Snapcode; sending insulting messages about someone&#8217;s appearance via text message or inbox in response to images they posted online; cyber-stalking someone until they are too afraid to leave home out of concern for personal safety \u2013 these all constitute \u201cbullying\u201d according to one definition but there are much more damaging types like sexual assault which happens when perpetrators use technology as part of an act against another person.<\/p>\n<p>Social media bullying is a common form of abuse in which one person or group uses social networking sites to disparage another.<\/p>\n<p>Bullying has been around since the dawn of time and with the invention of new technologies such as internet forums, text messages, and emailing it became easier for bullies to harass their victims from all over without having any physical contact whatsoever.<\/p>\n<p>Social media bullying is a social problem that has been increasingly affecting our youth. Young people are posting inappropriate things on the internet and other kids can see it for themselves, which leads to more embarrassment and humiliation than ever before in school settings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Used_for_Hacking\"><\/span>Social Media Used for Hacking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is an easy way to hack into someone&#8217;s account. The computer that the victim uses will be infected with malware and a hacker can easily take control of it remotely, gaining access to all their personal information as well as hacking through any password protection on the device or system.<\/p>\n<p>They may also use social engineering techniques such as phishing scams and malicious links which are disguised in messages appearing like they&#8217;re from friends, family members-or even companies who employees enjoy doing business with-to get your passwords when you input them without realizing what has happened.<\/p>\n<p>With so much private data out there for anyone looking for it, this makes accessing somebody else&#8217;s accounts easier than ever before!<\/p>\n<p>In a time where hacking is becoming more and more prevalent, social media has become one of the largest targets. With 2 billion users on Facebook alone, hackers have access to an alluring pool of information that can be used for their own personal gain &#8211; such as stealing identities or making fraudulent purchases.<\/p>\n<p>Hackers also use these platforms in order to spread misinformation by posting false content like viruses or malware that spreads through networks quite quickly when clicked upon unknowingly from unsuspecting victims&#8217; devices. For example, they might post something about Ebola being found in America even though there are no reports confirming this claim because it&#8217;s likely people will click onto the story out of fear without researching if it&#8217;s actually true.<\/p>\n<p>A new report from Symantec states that the use of hacking through social media is on the rise.<\/p>\n<p>This means there are a lot more opportunities for hackers to gain access to other people&#8217;s accounts without them even realizing it.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, some sites now have unsecured login features which allow you to skip login screens entirely when signing in or creating an account online &#8211; this makes things much easier but also allows for greater risk!<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays we may be using our profile pictures as passwords because they&#8217;re harder to remember than long strings of numbers and letters so let\u2019s make sure not only do we keep these images private by making password-protected folders or albums.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Cause_Security_Issues\"><\/span>Social Media Cause Security Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The world has seen a <a href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/technology\/how-is-social-media-changing-family-relationships\/\">major change since the introduction of social media<\/a>. With people constantly posting their lives online, it&#8217;s only natural that such platforms would introduce security issues for users on both sides &#8211; those who post and those who view these posts.<\/p>\n<p>What used to be simple is now complex; what was once straightforward has become twisted because of this new technology we can&#8217;t get enough of!<\/p>\n<p>Social media has turned into a game for cybercriminals. They use social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to trick people into clicking on links that download malware or steal their personal information so they can gain access to bank accounts and credit card numbers.<\/p>\n<p>Just in the last few weeks, there have been multiple incidents of fake celebrity death hoaxes spreading across all major social sites including YouTube videos with millions of views where hackers were able to hide malicious code which steals data from users who watched them before deleting themselves without detection by site administrators.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Spread_Fake_News_Very_Fast\"><\/span>Social Media Spread Fake News Very Fast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media companies are getting blamed for the proliferation of fake news. They say it is because their platforms allow fast and easy sharing that doesn&#8217;t require verification from a third party, such as journalism businesses or other authorities who might be held accountable.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s also an argument to be made about social norms: we&#8217;re in this new era where people can engage with content privately without repercussions so they feel freer than ever before to share things even if those things seem untrue at first glance, which means misinformation spreads like wildfire on these networks since there is no accountability whatsoever!<\/p>\n<p>Social media users generate over 2 billion posts each day nowadays so naturally, one can assume the amount of misinformation will also increase with time; especially when you consider how easy it is nowadays just about anyone who wants to could post anything false or biased online without fear since anonymity seems more important than accountability these days.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Ruins_Reputation\"><\/span>Social Media Ruins Reputation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s the last thing you want to hear when your job is on the line, but it happens all too often. Disgruntled employees can make a career-ending move by leaking information and secrets from their company or boss onto social media networks like Twitter, Facebook and Instagram without giving much thought as to what might happen next &#8211; namely that they will be fired for being careless with confidential material.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media has been used in more ways than most of us could have imagined even just ten years ago; now we find ourselves scrolling through our newsfeeds every day because there are so many things happening at once!<\/p>\n<p>Social media has become a major part of our society. From Facebook to Snapchat, people are posting more and more about their lives &#8211; both good and bad. There is no way for the average person to filter out any information that they see on social media as it all appears so real in front of them! Some believe that this type of exposure can have negative effects such as ruining reputation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Addiction\"><\/span>Social Media Addiction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media addiction is a growing problem around the world. Many people have spent hours scrolling through their Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter feeds.<\/p>\n<p>Social Media Addiction has become such an issue that now some colleges are actually banning it from on-campus networks!<\/p>\n<p>However with over 2 billion social media users worldwide we can&#8217;t stop using them&#8230; Can we?<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m addicted to my phone too &#8211; I wake up in the morning and check my messages before brushing my teeth or changing out of pajamas for school. And when there&#8217;s nothing waiting for me by 8:00 AM (or even worse at 10 am!) I feel like something must be wrong!!!<\/p>\n<p>According to a recent study, social media addiction is defined as &#8220;a cluster of behaviors that include heavy usage and compulsive checking.&#8221;. The way in which people use their devices can lead them into the trap of constantly refreshing Facebook or Twitter feeds.<\/p>\n<p>It has also been found that these networks are often used for escapism purposes such as avoiding feelings about one&#8217;s personal life.<\/p>\n<p>This behavior could be linked with other addictive disorders like alcoholism because it mimics drinking habits by numbing emotional pain when consumed overtime at high frequency until withdrawal occurs and needs to arise to refill this emptiness soon after an absence from it due to cravings caused by dopamine release (National Institute on Drug Abuse).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheating_and_Relationship_Issues_on_Social_Media\"><\/span>Cheating and Relationship Issues on Social Media<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The desire to see what someone else is doing can lead people to cheat. This new form of infidelity has never been easier and more accessible, with social media being used as a tool for dishonest partners who want to keep their activities hidden from the world at large.<\/p>\n<p>We are all guilty of occasionally wanting to peek in on our friends&#8217; lives just long enough that we know they&#8217;re still out there somewhere, but too often this curiosity leads us down an old path: jealousy over what other people have vs how hard you&#8217;ve worked or anger because your partner didn&#8217;t show up when he\/she said they would; both these feelings arise due to lack of trust between two individuals involved in romance (which should be shared).<\/p>\n<p>Studies show that social media can be a cause for the increase in cheating among people.<\/p>\n<p>A study from UCLA&#8217;s Department of <a href=\"https:\/\/techbaji.com\/psychology\/introduction-to-psychology\/\">Psychology<\/a> showed that when dating, participants who were assigned to use Facebook reported more incidents of infidelity than those on other platforms such as Match or eHarmony.<\/p>\n<p>The researchers speculate this is because many users share information about their personal lives and romantic relationships online with others without considering whether it could lead someone they know into temptation.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8220;sexting&#8221; phenomenon also provides an opportunity for betrayal which may not have been possible before technology was so prevalent in society today.<\/p>\n<p>This has led some psychologists to believe digital affairs are especially dangerous since there isn&#8217;t any physical contact between two parties but instead all interactions are done through text messages.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Negative_Impact_on_Children\"><\/span>Social Media Negative Impact on Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Social media is becoming an integral part of life for children, but it may be having a negative impact on their mental health.<\/p>\n<p>Andrea Nipps states &#8220;kids are absorbing everything and anything that&#8217;s going around them,&#8221; says Andrea in relation to social media use by kids.<\/p>\n<p>She goes onto say this includes posts about bullying or other unsafe topics as well as messages from peers who they follow &#8211; even if those are not the people with whom they have direct contact online.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Trying to avoid all platforms can make things worse because when you&#8217;re at school some students will talk about what happened during break-time which won&#8217;t be visible without being active on various sites such as Instagram or Facebook Messenger&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>The result? Kids fall into depression.<\/p>\n<p>Once I was scrolling through Facebook and saw an article about how social media can have a negative impact on children.<\/p>\n<p>The article more or less talked about the issue of kids growing up too fast, which is pretty scary to think that my daughter could be affected by it as well.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not just looking at other people&#8217;s lives either like on Instagram; there are also lots of games out there for little ones where they spend all their time shooting things instead of playing outside with friends or doing any kind of real-life activities because this generation doesn&#8217;t know what &#8220;play&#8221; actually means anymore!<\/p>\n<p>It seems we&#8217;ve already lost so much innocence from our youth these days&#8211;I don&#8217;t want her childhood ruined before she even gets started!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fraud_and_Scams_on_Social_Media_Platforms\"><\/span>Fraud and Scams on Social Media Platforms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With the advent of social media, fraudsters have been able to take advantage and scam unsuspecting users. In 2013 alone, 10 million people were victims for a total cost of $25 billion.<\/p>\n<p>In recent years with the emergence of social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter online scammers are quickly taking notice by using them to lure their targets in various ways including through fake profiles that they create usually portraying themselves as someone attractive or popular on these sites who often use pictures from other websites without permission &#8211; which creates false expectations about what kind person is behind it all this time.<\/p>\n<p>Technological advances have made the internet a powerful tool for fraudsters and scammers.<\/p>\n<p>According to one study, social media platforms are an easy way to trick people out of their money by making them believe that they&#8217;ve won something or been sent some kind of gift card from a store like Target just because someone shared it on Facebook or Twitter.<\/p>\n<p>The researchers found that many consumers were unaware of how these scams work but those who did know ended up being more cautious in what information was posted online after hearing this news than before.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Media_Causes_Death\"><\/span>Social Media Causes Death<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some people say that social media causes death. I&#8217;m not sure if it&#8217;s true or false, but let me tell you why they might think this way.<\/p>\n<p>There have been many reports about how selfies can cause accidents and then there are also the countless numbers of kids who use Snapchat for hours at a time which could lead to serious health conditions such as &#8220;Snapchat thumb&#8221; where one hand becomes locked in place due to prolonged usage on their phone screen (or other gadgets).<\/p>\n<p>Social media is a large part of the lives of many people. It&#8217;s not uncommon for social media to be used by teens and adults alike, as it can help create connections with other users through commonalities such as likes or interests.<\/p>\n<p>But because one might feel like they need to present their best selves on these platforms in order to get more followers, some end up taking what feels safe offline too far online &#8211; thus causing death from cyberbullying alone.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Social media is a great way for youth to stay connected with friends, family, and other people in their lives.<\/p>\n<p>However, it can also be damaging if used too often or inappropriately &#8211; especially when social media use replaces face-to-face interactions with others who are physically present.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re an adult using social media as a parenting tool or your own personal outlet, or a teen experiencing this phenomenon firsthand, knowing the risks of excessive time spent on social media will help you make better decisions about how much time you spend online so that it benefits rather than harms your relationships.<\/p>\n<p>We understand that social media can be both a distraction and an amazing tool. It\u2019s important to have guidelines in place for your student so they know what is expected of them when using social media, but also enjoy it responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>The most common concern parents express about their children&#8217;s use of social media is the fear that students will get into trouble or become victims of cyberbullying (something we&#8217;ve addressed before).<\/p>\n<p>There are many pros and cons to this issue, which leads us back to our earlier point &#8211; establishing clear rules around how students should behave on these platforms! As always, feel free to comment with any questions you may have below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Social media is a huge part of the lives of youth today. It&#8217;s how they communicate, express themselves, and share their life with friends. But sometimes social media can be bad for teens too. 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