If we are being real technology, more specifically social media has a lot of negatives. That is not to take away from the fact that there is a lot of positives that come from it too. Majority of the negatives can be countered effectively and in a simple way. Provision of appropriate information, guidance and support especially for certain groups of people is important. Considering the social dynamic and a lot of factors, clarity on who should offer this has been a long term argument. In reality, everyone can and should be involved in this. Individuals, social media owners, community leaders, professionals, organizations, employers and governments are critical in achieving the final goal. With participation from every group, it is unlikely to fail in countering this.
Social media is a field for people all over the world, whether good or bad. There seems to a lack of boundaries as well as basic decency with users. Since there is little to no monitoring, there are extremities caused by this.
Negatives of Social Media and Technology
It is common knowledge that there are really no age limits on all social platforms. This makes it pretty easy for minors to make it to any sites, including adult ones. Online grooming of children and young people with the intention of sexual abuse has been on the rise in the recent years. It has become a common phenomenon normalized by some people. It is not only wrong criminally but also morally. Children should be allowed to be children, do normal children stuff.
There is “pressure” caused by what social media displays. Some people are immensely affected with feelings of worthlessness feeling and low self esteem prevailing. With mental health taking a different turn, this might eventually lead to suicide. Everyone wants a good life. To be the “it girl” as they say and reality is what you make it to be. Perfection is impossible to achieve and rather, make your own definition of perfection.
Social Media Health Effects
Every social media platform is adversely affected by bullies or online trolls. It is like completely impossible to avoid that. This has caused not only immense depression to those involved but also a range of other things. Increased anxiety, low self esteem, suicidal thoughts and sometimes, death. A lot of people have committed suicide due to online bullying and some are yet to recover from that. That’s a lifetime of trauma.
Social anxiety as a result of having to use technology all the time. It is easy to stay behind a screen all day, talk to people who do not know you and not have to make conversation. This is detrimental to actual real life situation because it is so easy to lose touch of the real life situations. It leads to less human interaction which is not healthy for anyone.
Social media as a whole is an illusion. Behind the screens everyone can say anything and it is easy to believe that. People lose touch of reality, of what is going on in the real life. It does become an unhealthy obsession and more and more people are falling deeper in to the platforms. Physical activity is little or zero and it is pretty obvious what this can cause. Unhealthy lifestyles and bodies. Indulging in games and all other devices is good, only when done moderately.
Social Media Positives?
The effect technology has is undeniable. But just like everything in the world when done in excess, it becomes harmful. One can also not deny the positive effects of technology. It is pretty obvious that efficiency has been reached over the years. Accessibility and ease of communication have been made possible by this. There are many more positive things and at the end of the day, it is important to appreciate it.
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