1.Social networking websites are growing and changing all the time. Although younger users woh sive fo Tl the concept, and a lot of their daily communication ‘with friends takes place on social media sites. They post photos, exchange news, post where they are having coffee with their friends, and share their favourite music and videos. Its enjoyable, and it makes people feel good.

2.Hanna Krasnova, an author of a study on social networking from Berlin's Humboldt University says, "We were surprised by how many people have a negative experience from social networking, with envy leaving them feeling lonely, frustrated or angry. If you spend too much time looking at friends’ posts and pictures — with thair happy graduations , wonderful holidays abroad and perfect parties may start to wonder whats wrong with you

3.Envy of others’ perfect lives isn't the only negative aspect. Bullying, other people sharing your decpest secrets, and general embarrassment at seeing the worst photo ever of yourself post for all the world to see, can all be negative side effects of using social media. There is also the issue of online addiction, which leaves many people unable to switch off their devices for more than a few minutes without suffering from intense anxiety. 

4.What can you do to make sure social media remains a positive experience? Probably the most important thing is not to spend too much time on your digital ‘At the end of the day,nothing can replace face-to-face conversation and interactions, says one writer. ‘t's better to get together with friends, go out for a meal, or sit and chatin person. When you're with a real person, its much easier to understand what's going on and what your friendship really means.”

5.Another point to keep in mind is that your friends on social media should be real friends, not just acquaintances. You should only people. you respect and get on well with. In the end, just like in real life, the number of friends you have doesnt matter. Its the quality of the people close you even on social media thats really important.

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