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Social Media an Addiction?

Around the globe, many of the population believe that social media is an addiction in today’s society, including me. I do believe we are constantly connected to our phones, one way or another. Sadly, without our phones we feel lost. There are many times I do not know what to do if I did not have my phone on me. It is like an addiction. We are so engaged in what is happening on social media, like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to name a few, instead of what is going on within our world. We are so dependent on our phones and what others are dong with themselves it is hard to focus on general issues and problems when we can even fix ourselves.

Of course, people have the ability to look at their phones and social media whenever, but the issues comes to when is it really necessary? I cannot keep count on how many times I see people on their phones while driving. They usually are on their devices, texting, or even scrolling while at the stoplight. Not only does it put danger in themselves but others around them. Most states have even made it illegal now to be on a cell phone while behind the wheel.

Another reason why social media is an addiction is due to the fact that we do not want to fall behind on a topic or issue, especially if it is viral. People are paranoid on missing out on a discussion and also being able to voice an opinion on it. This proves why we are constantly refreshing the page and seeing anything unique or different happening around us.

Lastly, having these portable social media apps that we can take anywhere with us is a threat to all of us. With all the consequences it has, we still ignore the effects it has on us. If there was a way to reach out to let others know what the real damage it does, it can really change the outlook on this addiction.