Negative Impact of Social Media

This set of vocabulary cards explores the psychological and social consequences of social media usage, focusing on identity, self-perception, and the degradation of real-world communication.

False reality

The result of people posting only the best parts of their lives on social media, making life appear better than it actually is.

Likes or approval

The external validation for which people change their behavior and create unrealistic images of a perfect life.

Self esteem and identity

Personal attributes affected by constant comparison to others online, which can lead to a person not knowing who they are anymore.

Chad GPT

A tool mentioned as being used by people to create false images or content to act as though they have things or are at places they are not.

Communication skills

Abilities that are weakened when people choose to text instead of talking in real life, even when the other person is nearby.

Insecure and self doubt

Negative internal feelings created by viewing others' online content and attempting to achieve likes or comments.

Self expression

A positive aspect of social media cited by some, though research suggests its effects are generally weaker than the negative impacts.