Social media can easily lead to addiction and users become so attached that they may neglect other important aspects of their lives in order to constantly update their online presence. Additionally, frequent use of social media can lead to depression and anxiety due to comparison with others and ...
have created a new reality in the daily life of the societies in general and of the university students in particular, so this new reality without any doubt imposes on us the general effects of this increasing use of social media has affected all areas and societies The effects are positive ...
General addiction.Like cigarettes or alcohol, social media is very addictive. Many social media users check their accounts infinite times a day, without even realizing it. The apps are also designed to be addictive. The endless scroll, ever-changing content, and notifications instantly draw us in...
(e.g., socialising, an easy source of information, a form of entertainment, exposure to world news, and ways of dealing with mental health issues by releasing their emotions and feelings) and negative effects of social media, such as cyberbullying, internet addiction, bad influen...
The disadvantages of social media usage include addiction, cyberbullying, the dissemination of fake news, and a direct impact on brand reputation. Knowing the advantages and disadvantages of social media can be a helpful tool in allowing you to navigate this part of the internet wisely. Liked...
How social media impacts the autonomy of its users is a topic of increasing focus. However, much of the literature that explores these impacts fails to engage in depth with the philosophical literature on autonomy. This has resulted in a failure to consider the full range of impacts that socia...
The greatest risk involved in the excessive use of Social Media by young people is to create addiction or dependency.
Social media addiction is a growing problem and has been described as more addictive than cigarettes or alcohol. Not surprisingly, smart phone and social media use can diminish the quality and quantity of sleep. Sleep and mental health are correlated and it is not clear whether poor sleep contri...
Another problem with internet usage is addiction. Many people become addicted to social media and online gaming, which can take up large amounts of time and even interfere with their daily lives. It is not uncommon for people to stay up all night surfing the web or playing games. This can...
Extant models suggest that executive functions, particularly control over the impulse to engage in substance use, are compromised as the process of addiction emerges (Koob and Volkow, 2016). This idea is supported by the observation that individuals with substance use disorders experience executive ...