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Negative Effects of Social Media: There are some people who have a habit of checking various social media platforms as soon as they wake up in the morning and if they do not do so, they feel a strange restlessness in their mind. In today's digital age, man has become so dependent on social media that he does not understand what to do without it. Popular social media apps like Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are examples of this. Social media certainly helps us connect with our family and friends, but it has become a serious threat to our mental health.
ill effects of social media
According to psychiatrists, depression, anxiety and sleep problems are being seen in people due to social media. Many people get badly trapped in the trap of likes, comments and followers and become victims of mental diseases by comparing their lives with others. According to research by Penn Medicine and McLean Hospital, social media is the biggest cause of anxiety and depression.
How to get rid of social media addiction
- 1. Track how much social media you use throughout the day and don't spend more than an hour on social media in the entire day.
- 2. In your free time, enjoy natural beauty, spend time in nature, read books or do something that makes you happy.
- 3. Spend time with family and friends, share your feelings with them and seek their help if needed.
- 4. Do yoga, exercise every morning and regular exercise relieves stress and improves mood. Therefore, exercise every day. Apart from this, meditation also gives mental peace.
- 5. Do not use social media at night, it disturbs sleep. Take 7 to 8 hours of sleep daily for good mental health.