Social media

Social Media Issues

Are you addicted to Social Media?

While many of us enjoy staying connected on social media, excessive use can fuel feelings of addiction, anxiety, depression, isolation and FOMO. Here’s how to modify your habits and improve your mood.

The Pros of Social Media

Social Media enables to:

Communicate and stay up to date with family and friends around the world.

Network with other people who share similar interests or ambitions.

Join or promote worthwhile causes, raise awereness on important issues.

Seek or offer emotional support during tough times.

Find vital social connetion if you live in a remote area.

Find an outlet for your crativity and self-expression.

The Cons of Social Media

Social media may promote negative experience such as:

Depression and anxiety.

Inadequacy about your life or appearance.

Fear of missing out (FOMO) and social media addiction.

Cyberbullying.

Self-absorption.

Isolation.

What's driving your social media use?

Signs that social media is impacting your mental health...

Spending more time on social media than with real world friends.

Comparing yourself unfavorably with others on social media.

Being distracted at school work.

Engaging in risk behavior in order to gain likes.

Suffering from sleep problems.

Worsening symptoms of anxiety or depresssion.

How to change your social media use.

Reduce time online.

Use an app to track how much time you spend on social media each day.

Turn off your phone at certain times of the day.

Don't use your phone or tablet in the bed.

Disable social media notifications.

How to change your social media use.

Spend more time with your friends.

Take time for other activities like sports or reading.

Set aside time every week for your favourite hobby.