Effects of Social Media
This term describes the practice of spending excessive time on social media.
Social media addiction
Social media can contribute to feelings of isolation and loneliness if used excessively.
True
This feature allows users to temporarily disable notifications to reduce distractions and improve focus.
Do not disturb
This social media platform is best known for viral dancing and lip-syncing videos.
Tik Tok
This term describes the anxiety or worry about missing out on what others are doing online.
FOMO
Seeing posts about other people's achievements on social media can sometimes lead to feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem.
True
You can use this setting to check how much time you spend on social media each day.
Screen time
This platform is known for starting "threads" and was bought out by Elon Musk.
X
This negative behavior on social media involves posting hurtful or mean comments about others.
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is not a significant concern on social media because most users are supportive and kind.
False (Cyberbullying is a significant concern on social media)
A strategy you can use on social media if you see content that makes you feel worse about yourself.
Hit that block or mute button!
This image-based social network allows users to "pin" images to virtual boards, creating inspiration boards
This feeling often occurs when you compare your daily life to the highlight reels of others on social media.
Jealousy, depression, anxiety
Social media platforms are designed to minimize the time users spend on them, encouraging a healthier balance between online and offline activities.
False (Social media platforms are often designed to maximize user engagement and time spent on the platform)
What can one do if they want to see more positive feed on their timeline/for you page.
Follow influencers/accounts that post encouraging content.
This video-sharing website was launched in 2005 and was bought by Google in 2006.
Youtube
Comparing yourself to idealized photos and posts online can lead to this negative mental state about your own appearance.
Body image issues
Social media only affects mental health negatively, and there are no positive effects associated with its use.
False (social media can have both positive and negative effects on mental health, such as fostering connections and support)
When you are connecting with people IRL what are ways you can practice being better with your social media/phone?
- Practice not being on your phone around friends
- Challenge your friends who can stay off their phone the longest in public
= Plan activities with friends that don't involve technology
This social media platform was created in 2010 and originated as a as a location-based check-in platform. It is now owned by Meta Platforms