For every Facebook article extolling its virtues, there’s
another that warns of its dire social consequences. Do we feel validated by our
social media friends, or devastated by them? Does Facebook increase our
loneliness, or help us feel connected? The key to determining whether you’re
on-line too much or need more face-time is to consider how you use social
media, and how you experience the consequences.
Researchers
studying Facebook use have identified a number of things you need to
look out for as you evaluate your virtual experience.
What’s your reaction to the social comparisons? We compare ourselves to
others all the time on every possible dimension. Physical appearance,
popularity, success and wealth are some that come to mind when you think about
the information you see on Facebook. Do I have as many friends? Is my job as
good? Read more here...
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