Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, VSCO, Tik- Tok, the list goes on. Social Media is a useful tool, but if you use it the wrong way, it can be dangerous both to your entire life, and most importantly, your Mental Health. Personally, I like using Social Media to stay in contact with my friends who live far away. However, others have a different perspective on Social Media.

Social Media is one of the primary tools for bullies. They comment negatively on posts, which makes the person who posted their picture(s) or video(s) regret what they posted. And once you post something online, it’s out there for good. Cyberbullying is considered a crime today, and that will never change. People don’t deserve to be treated like that. Regardless of their gender, race, or culture. When cyberbullying occurs, it often brings stress among the victim. They suffer symptom of any other type of abusing. They are afraid to go places, can’t sleep, or maybe they may start to feel depressed. Social media can burden the users with stress, which shuts down our learning centers in the brain. Like we saw in the TED ED, shame can cause us to isolate ourselves, or, to the most extreme extent, commit suicide. Social Media is not useful to someone who has social anxiety, depression, and fear of others.

We can prevent ourselves from going in a negative direction. If anyone tries to hurt you online, whether it be an online video game, or a social media site, tell an adult you know and trust. They can help you to get out of your tough situation. Personally, I would limit the time you have on social media per day, to avoid the dangers of being harassed online, or cyberbullied. If you feel threatened online by anyone, including your best friend, report them on the social media site, and most importantly, tell someone. It may be embarrassing, but you can trust them because they can help you.

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