Social Media Impact

Project Description

Exploring how social media affects society and how it can impact people in both positive and negative ways.

Social Media Addiction Survey

My result showed that I have a moderate level of social media usage. I think this is accurate because I spend time on apps daily, but I can still focus on school and other responsibilities. The results stated:

You're fairly reliant on social media, but there are far worse culprits! Still, it's good to be reminded that UK adults spend an average of 8 hrs 41 mins on screens every day, and 4 hours of that on smartphone apps alone (mainly social media). That's about a third of each day checking apps. Do you need to rethink your social media habits and the amount of time you spend scrolling?

Interesting Social Media Statistic

The most interesting statistic to me was how many people think social media has a negative effect. This stood out because of how high the percentage is.

Social Media Impact on Society

I think social media has a more positive effect on society because it helps people stay connected and communicate quickly with friends, family, and other people around the world. It also makes it easier to share information, learn new things, and spread awareness about important topics. Many people use social media for entertainment, education. It can also help people feel connected through online communities. Even though social media can sometimes be distracting sometimes I still think it is very helpful when people use it responsibly.

Lesson Learned

I learned how much people actually spend on social media and how it affects people behanior. I also learned that how addictive social media can be without people realizing. This assignment helped me better understand both the positive and negative effects of social media and how important it is to use it responsibly.

Sources

Auxier, B. a. (2021, April 7). Social Media Use in 2021. Retrieved from Pew Research Center: https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2021/04/07/social-media-use-in-2021/