Social Media, although great for connecting with people all over the world, has been causing many unintended side effects to our society.

In today’s episode, DJ TightyBrighty discusses the two main issues with social media. 

The first issue he describes as social media setting unrealistic expectations when it comes to lifestyle or physical appearance. Too many Instagram models have been used for comparison, especially amongst the youth, lowering their self-esteem when they cannot live up to those expectations.

The second issue, he discusses as people becoming to self-absorbed and narcissistic, relying on likes and approval from their friends on social media to feel better… almost like a drug. Many posts on social media show only what the uploader wants them to see, which often can be a big distortion of reality. 

DJ TightyBrighty touches upon the humorous irony found within social media.


References:

Perloff, R. M. (2014). Social Media Effects on Young Women’s Body Image Concerns: Theoretical Perspectives and an Agenda for Research. Sex Roles,71(11-12), 363-377. doi:10.1007/s11199-014-0384-6

Rudolph, R. L. (2013). Young Female Users of Social Media and Internet Addiction. Journal of Mass Communication & Journalism,04(02). doi:10.4172/2165-7912.1000177

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