What are the impacts of social media?

What is social media:-

Social media refers to the means of interactions among people in which they create, share, and/or exchange information and ideas in virtual communities and networks. The Office of Communications and Marketing manages the main Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube accounts.Social media is a pillar of many people’s daily lives.

There are 4.65 billion social media users on the planet. That’s 58.7% of the global population, many of whom are using social media as a primary source of information.

From news (and disinformation) to lifestyle tips, decision-making to product research, social media users can gather all the information they need, without ever leaving their platform of choice.


Social media and its effect:-

Social media helps people to keep in touch with friends and extended family and expand their personal networks to include people with similar interests. Some people use social media for professional networking and finding career opportunities.

Benefits of social media:-

In general, social media groups can provide:

a sense of belonging and community.

access to support from like-minded individuals.

an appreciation of different perspectives.

reduced isolation.

a monitored discussion environment.

Who created social media?
The First Social Networks
Six Degrees founder Andrew Weinreich, sometimes referred to as the father of social networking, created his platform to help people connect with people they didn't know yet.
Disadvantages of social media:-

However, multiple studies have found a strong link between heavy social media and an increased risk for depression, anxiety, loneliness, self-harm, and even suicidal thoughts. Social media may promote negative experiences such as: Inadequacy about your life or appearance. Moreover a list of disadvantages of social media is given below;

Examples of social media:-

Tiktok

Instagram

WhatsApp 

Twitter

Facebook

Pinterest

LinkedIn

YouTube 

Reddit

Tumblr

Google

Friendster

Yelp

Facebook Messenger

Myspace

Delicious

Tinder

Snapchat

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