Social Media Addiction
FOMO – Fear of Missing Out – describes the constant feeling that you are missing out on something amazing and exciting that other people may be enjoying.
One studio claims that up to 67% of social media users are afraid to miss out the updates if they are not constantly checking their newsfeeds.
Many sources coincide that Social Media abuse can increase loneliness, anxiety, and depression.
Dr. Andrew Huberman describes the effects of Social Media in our brains and how their abuse push us to develop an obsessive compulsive disorder.
How Social Media Impacts Us?
In this section we shortlisted the main ways Social Media Abuse can impact negatively in your life.
SM Works Like Drugs In Your Brain
Like drugs, Social Media press your brain to release large amounts of dopamine.
This effect lows your interest in quotidian activities like read, walk, study or exercise that can conduce to depression in the long run.
You’re Wasting Time For Nothing
The main key to success in life is to use your leisure time in a productive way.
Social Media algorithms are designed to keep you scrolling and searching for more and more content. This turns into a habit and deter you to find new hobbies or develop new skills.
It Could Damage Your Self-Esteem
Social Media encourages us to compare ourselves with other people’s lifes and success.
Considering users only share the exciting part of their lifes, this negatively impact our self-perception and lead people to anxiety and self-esteem issues.
It Can Lead To Social Anxiety
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It Affects Your Focus and Mental Perfomance
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