Social Media Impact

Project Description
For this project, I looked at how social media affects my life and society in general. I looked at statistics, research, and also reflected on my own habits.

Social Media Addiction Survey
After taking the “Am I Addicted to Social Media?” quiz, I realized I probably use social media more than I should. This made me think about how long I spend on social media. I spend around three hours a day on social media.

Interesting Social Media Statistic
One statistic that stood out to me was how often people check social media every day. A lot of people go on it multiple times a day, which is exactly what I do. It made me realize how automatic it has become, almost like a habit you don’t even think about.

Social Media’s Impact on Society
I think social media has both good and bad effects. On the positive side, it helps people stay connected and meet others and its even a source of income for some people. On the negative side, it can affect mental health, especially when you spend too much time on it or compare yourself to others. There’s also a lot of misinformation online, which can be a problem. Overall, I think social media can be a good thing, but it depends on how its used.

Lessons Learned
I learned that I spend more time on social media than I should, even though I don't think its affecting me as much, it still isn't good. 

Sources
Auxier, B., & Anderson, M. (2021). Social Media Use in 2021. Pew Research Center.