Letter to the editor: Social media has positives and negatives

Social media has shifted the way we chat, share news, and tell our stories to the world. It has affected each one of us both negatively and positively.

The article “The Relationship Between Social Media and Communication” on the Varsity College website explains the positive impacts of social media like easy communication, ability to share, etc. It also shares how negative it can be, like digital distraction, bad behavior and the potential for miscommunication.

This topic is a big issue with many people, especially older people who don't think of social media very fondly, unlike the younger generations who love and prioritize social media. There isn't much action that can be done due to people already being so used to social media and their phones always.

Social media affects younger generations in many negative ways. For example, bullying happens online now with kids in school due to it being easier and not having to be upfront and communicating in person. Something that helps, which a lot of schools have used, is making sure phones aren't allowed during the school day. This still does not prevent bullying or kids being on social media less.

It is really up to the parents, who also have the option to monitor their kids' phones and put limits.

I believe social media has affected children and young adults in many negative ways, including making it harder for people to have real life connections, and there does need to be some action taken. I also see a positive, too, as it helps you share news faster and easier as well as communicating with family and friends.

Aliyah Siegenthaler, Jackson Township

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