Socialization - Effects of Social Media on Teenagers
Read the article and answer the Multiple Choice and Short Answer questions.
https://childmind.org/article/how-using-social-media-affects-teenagers/ Links to an external site.
Vocabulary:
Hyperconnectivity - the use of many systems and devices so that you are always connected to social networks and other sources of information.
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Reflect on your own social media use. How does it help you feel connected to others, and in what ways has it contributed to any feelings of anxiety or pressure?
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Think about how social media influences your self-esteem. Can you recall any experiences where feedback (positive or negative) on social media impacted how you felt about yourself? How did you handle it?
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If you noticed a friend struggling to maintain relationships due to their social media use, how could you help them balance their online and offline connections? What advice would you give based on your own experience?
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If a friend was feeling overwhelmed by social media pressure or anxiety, what steps could you suggest to help them set healthier boundaries, such as implementing technology-free zones, to improve their well-being?
What is one of the main negative effects of social media on teenagers as discussed in the article?
Pressure from comparing themselves to others online
Lack of Sleep
Lower academic performance
Increased physical health risks
According to the article, how does social media contribute to teenagers feeling hyperconnected?
Social media limits their ability to communicate
Social media provides constant updates on friends’ activities
It encourages more face-to-face interaction
Teens feel a sense of community when disconnected from the internet
The article mentions 'stalking' on social media as a form of:
Learning about new trends
Keeping track of others’ lives through constant updates
Forming stronger friendships
Following political figures
How does social media influence teens' sense of self-worth, according to the article?