Social Media Overload

By: Songine’ Clarke    

There are so many ways for people to communicate these days. There is Facebook, Twitter, E-mail, BBM (Blackberry Messenger), text messaging, Skype, and so many more. It seems like each week there is a new way to talk to someone without ever having to see them in person. Even though technology can be a convenience, there are both pros and cons that come with the territory. Let’s face it, we have technology to thank for the minimal amount of face-to-face interaction that occur. As of late, social media has easily become the most popular form of communication.

When it comes to technology and these new forms of communication, a con is not having that human interaction. Isolation is never a great feeling and just being around another person is sometimes what is needed. Conversely, a pro is the ability to connect with people who are not in your immediate proximity. Whether it’s romantic, family, or friendships, thanks to Skype, you’re able to have a date with a loved one at any given time. 

I must say, after a while people can depend too much on social media. When it comes to face-to-face interaction, they tend not to have a clue about how to conduct themselves, because they’ve been so use to “hiding” behind a computer screen or a phone.