Tag: social media

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Clapbacks On Social Media: Yay or Nay?

September 22, 2020

From the advent of the popular Instagram accounts posting screenshots of noteworthy responses from other social media applications like Twitter and Reddit, the art of quirky, sometimes brutal clap backs has slowly woven itself into the very fabric of social media culture.

Clapbacks that used to entail harmless humour and comments that effectively shut down trolls have warped into what is now known as “social media savagery”. The line has blurred and they have now become the same, more or less. … More Clapbacks On Social Media: Yay or Nay?

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Social Media Trolls: Who, Why and How?

July 25, 2019

Trolls are not very hard to find, they are present on all social media platforms. As long as there is a free area for people to air their views, you can most definitely find a troll there. Realize that you shouldn’t be reacting to everything that is thrown at you. It isn’t healthy. The most important thing to bear in mind is to not let them project their insecurities on you. … More Social Media Trolls: Who, Why and How?

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Understanding the Relationship Between Depression and Social Media

October 15, 2018

The power of social media can not be overestimated, but while we review its effects on teenagers, the use is becoming more dangerous for teenagers. The numerous disadvantages of social media are taking a toll on the mental health of many individuals and if each individual does not learn, it will cause more harm than good.  … More Understanding the Relationship Between Depression and Social Media

Social Media and Its Effects on Teenagers: Cyber Bullying and Impersonation

July 2, 2018

I joined Facebook in June 2011 and the joy of having an account was freaking me. After that day, I remembered I spent my weekends on Facebook Messenger because my friends were online. Towards the end of that year, another social media which is no longer in existence today came in vogue and it was … More Social Media and Its Effects on Teenagers: Cyber Bullying and Impersonation

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Social Media is Beyond Just Socializing

June 26, 2018

Social media, as a networking tool, is the new hiring and networking method. Many professionals and employers look to social media platforms to verify potential employees, and social handles are now employment application requirements. Post, like, comment on and share what you would like people to see about you. Would the hiring manager of that company you’ve been seeking to intern seek to employ you based on the content of your timeline? … More Social Media is Beyond Just Socializing