What are pros and cons of social media

The internet has become a most important part of our lives. We can't imagine a life without internet now.

If, God forbid, we don't have internet for any reason, all family members come out of their rooms as an earthquake has occurred.

We start feeling disconnected and life seems colorless and unattractive.

The most common use of internet is the use of Social media.

No doubt, Social media is a great source of entertainment for every age.

Today we are going to look upon the pros and cons of social media. Social media itself is not a problem, but the excessive and negative use of everything has side effects.

It's all about how we use it.

So let's talk about how social media affects our mental health.

First, We will look at the positive side of social media use.

Pros

Social media is a source of connection between humankind. We stay connected with our family and friends no matter where do they live.

Social media is a very fast approach to any kind of information and research.

A source to share our thoughts and ideas, whether it is about politics or any other social issue.

 

Social media is also a great source of online learning, and it gives us opportunities to work from home.

Online Jobs are best for disabled citizens and women who can't go out to earn for any reason.

Bills can be paid easily from home and online shopping facility has increased our comfort level.

Social media is a great source to promote projects and businesses. 

Now we will find out how the negative use of anything can be harmful.

Cons

Excessive use of anything lead towards negativity and excessive use of social media can lead towards anxiety, feeling of loneliness and in some cases may develop complexes too. 

 

On social media, everyone wants to show the good side of their life only. And there are some people who go out just to post an update on social media. Some may start feeling bad about themselves and may find their life less exciting and miserable as compared to a fascinating life their friends display of social media.

 

 

Cyberbullying is another negative aspect of social media. Youngsters feel pride in hacking and discovering private stuff of others.

Some people use social media negatively by posting inappropriate stuff and pictures.

The extensive use of social media can actually cause addiction to the users. All the time, they feel the need to post something on their pages and keep on checking that how many likes and comments they have got. 

 

The solution of this problem depends on society that how it can help to prevent spreading negativity. We can teach our kids from a young age that how to use the internet and social media in a positive way. Ask them to put themselves there in a good and mature way. And it is much important to keep private life off from social media as well.

 

So in short, It's all about how we use the internet and social media and things go out of control when we use anything excessively.

Similarly, whether social media help you or hurts you depends on how you choose to use it.

 

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AHMAD RAZA - Nov 3, 2021, 11:53 AM - Add Reply

nice

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