How Does Social Media Contributes To Social Isolation?

Sometimes we get sucked into the world of social media, since social media is a big part of many people’s life. Everyone uses social media differently though. Hobson writes, “Some use it to extend their in-person network, some use it for heated political disagreements, and some use it to just click the like button on puppy pictures.” Social media can be used passively or actively, and depending on what you use social media for, it can lead you to social isolation. Social media leads to isolation because the constant use of social media and being absorbed into it causes you to be more distant, lacking face-to-face communication, and becoming isolated from the real world.

Social media can cause isolation in many ways, as it creates virtual substitutes and provides a distraction. According to 5 Ways Social Media Contributes to Social Isolation by Debbie McGauran, people revert to their phones and social

But they also have ways to prevent them at the end of their journals, articles, etc. An article, 26 effects of social media on youth, society, and business, suggests people to limit who they follow and how long they spend on social media. Limiting who you follow can help you dramatically, since you can prevent feelings of jealousy, sadness, anger, and exclusion by simply unfollowing people who make you feel that way. Likewise, limiting how long you spend on social media helps prevent isolation as well. Instead of spending too much time on social media, use it to hang out with family and friends. In addition, a study at Carnegie Mello University, written up by Debbie McGauran, states that people are much happier when they interact with friends and family in person. Their contentment and happiness increases, since there is more face-to-face communication, being closer to people, and being able to enjoy the real world. Social media can cause isolation, but there are ways to prevent