Positive Effects
Name one positive effect of social media
Any valid example (connection, communication, learning, creativity, awareness)
Name one negative effect of social media
Anxiety, depression, cyberbullying, addiction, sleep problems, low self-esteem, etc.
True or False: Social media can affect mental health
True
Is texting real life or online life?
Online life
Name one way social media can affect emotions
Mood changes, stress, anxiety, happiness, frustration, insecurity (any valid emotional effect)
How can social media help people stay connected?
Staying in touch with friends/family instantly, long-distance communication, messaging, video calls
How can social media affect sleep?
Blue light and late-night scrolling can delay sleep, reduce sleep quality, or cause less rest
True or False: Everything online is real
False
Are filtered photos real life or online life?
Online life
What is one sign of too much screen time?
Poor sleep, tiredness, constant phone use, distraction, loss of focus, irritability
Give one example of how social media helps learning or education
Tutorials, educational videos, online learning, skill-building content
What is cyberbullying?
Harassing or bullying someone using digital platforms (messages, posts, comments)
True or False: Social media addiction is widely studied and recognized
True
Why might people behave differently online than in person?
Because of social pressure, curated identity, or less face-to-face accountability
How can social media increase anxiety for some people?
Comparison, negative comments, pressure to be perfect, exposure to harmful content
How can social media support creativity or self-expression?
Sharing art/content, expressing identity, posting ideas/videos/music, creativity platforms
Why can social comparison affect self-esteem?
Seeing “perfect” lives/photos can make people feel worse about themselves or compare unfairly
Why is it important to question information you see online?
misinformation exists and people can edit/filter content
Give one difference between online communication and face-to-face communication
tone/emotion clearer in person, online is faster but less personal, face-to-face has body language, online can be edited or delayed
What is one healthy way to use social media?
Time limits, breaks, positive content, balanced use, not overusing apps, healthy boundaries
Why do you think social media can be helpful for people in long-distance relationships?
Because it allows real-time communication across distance (calls, messages, video chat), helping maintain relationships despite location
Explain how social media use might contribute to anxiety or stress for some people
Constant comparison, pressure to be online, overstimulation, negative content exposure, and dopamine-driven scrolling can increase stress/anxiety
Give an example of something online that might look real but is actually misleading
edited photos/filters, staged “perfect life” posts, fake news, AI-generated content, misleading ads or captions
Which do you think has a bigger impact on relationships today, online or real life, and why?
No single answer, requires reasoning
Why is balance important when using social media in daily life?
Prevents addiction, protects mental health, reduces stress, improves focus, supports real-life balance