The Affinity of Teenagers Towards Social Media Sites
II. The Role of Social Media Sites on Teenagers Social media is not for everyone, but it is now a very massive part of an individual’s life and it can no longer be ignored. Social media sites play a vital role on teenagers’ life. Nowadays, many teenagers are avid users of social media sites. Accessing sites such as Facebook and Twitter can be a fun way for teenagers to relax and keep in touch with their friends. For the vast majority of teenagers across the world, using social media sites is a daily part of life. Studies show that nine out of ten teenagers are daily users of these sites. Here in MSU-IIT, social media sites have become an influential part of a teenager’s lifestyle. It is a great way for them to relax after taking a very long examination or doing a tiresome activity. For some, it is a way for them to escape from their very stressful lives.
A. Character Development
B. Communication
Communications media, whether pen and paper, text messages, Facebook or Twitter, can exacerbate the perils of teenage life. But the social media of today’s generation have the potential to amplify the anxieties of yesterday’s communications media did not — by adding photos and videos to words, giving a chance to the whole community to comment on what is seen or heard online, or by keeping a permanent record of all interactions being done.
Teenagers access social media sites to make social plans with their friends, or even sometimes to flirt. Teenagers are most likely to create at least a basic profile with their name, age, status, photos and interests, but many go on much further. Most teens make a regular visit to update their profiles and to visit other people’s profile. However, social media sites allow teenagers to accomplish online some tasks that are significant offline, just like staying connected with friends and families. With the help of these sites, it is now easier to communicate with friends and families even if they are in abroad.
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A. Character Development
B. Communication
Communications media, whether pen and paper, text messages, Facebook or Twitter, can exacerbate the perils of teenage life. But the social media of today’s generation have the potential to amplify the anxieties of yesterday’s communications media did not — by adding photos and videos to words, giving a chance to the whole community to comment on what is seen or heard online, or by keeping a permanent record of all interactions being done.
Teenagers access social media sites to make social plans with their friends, or even sometimes to flirt. Teenagers are most likely to create at least a basic profile with their name, age, status, photos and interests, but many go on much further. Most teens make a regular visit to update their profiles and to visit other people’s profile. However, social media sites allow teenagers to accomplish online some tasks that are significant offline, just like staying connected with friends and families. With the help of these sites, it is now easier to communicate with friends and families even if they are in abroad.
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