Bryan
Which of these is not a solution to FOMO?
A. Try to focus on what you have rather than what you don't have.
B. Identify what triggers your FOMO
C. Compare yourself to others so that you get better
D. Recognizing your feelings and setting limits
C. Compare yourself to others so that you get better
What is doomscrolling, and why are we inclined to do it?
Doomscrolling is spending excessive amounts of time online, usually in order to get entertainment or information.
What neurotransmitter or hormone is released when users feel pleasure and reward from getting likes on their posts?
Dopamine
How does a social media platform algorithm keep you on screen for hours and hours?
Hook with personalized, engaging content based on your interest that triggers dopamine release.
What are the possible effects of doomscrolling? What are possible solutions?
Some of the effects of doomscrolling are worsened mental health, lack of self-esteem, and feelings of hopelessness. It also has a large effect on loss of sleep.
Which of these following is not one of the main effects of the overreliance on social media among teens?
This term refers to algorithms unintentionally exposing inappropriate and controversial content to users to boost engagement.
Algorithmic bias
e.g. Amazon
How does social media connect to decreased academic performance and increased procrastination?
Receiving notifications releases dopamine, which pushes you to check your phone.
What is the meaning of reward dependency in the context of online interactions?
Reward dependency in online interactions means relying on likes, comments, and shares for feelings of happiness and self-worth.
FOMO on the pressure to keep up with the trend among peers often causes CBB to arise. What does CBB stand for in this case? (Hint: C = Compulsive)
CBB: Compulsive Buying Behavior
How does social media tie into teens' body image? What factors from social media affect it?
The use of filters and other tools that can alter facial features can pressure teens into feeling like they aren't "perfect" or attractive enough.
What is displacement, and how does it affect children's ability to engage in healthy or beneficial activities?
Displacement occurs when digital media takes away from time that could be used for healthier activities, such as sleeping, exercising, or socializing in person. This reduces the overall quality of these beneficial activities.