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 APP WISE USAGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS.\par
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RECENT DATA OF 2021\par
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There were 448.0 million social media users in India in January 2021. The number of social media users in India increased by 78 million (+21%) between 2020 and 2021. The number of social media users in India was equivalent to 32.3% of the total population in January 2021. There has been an absolute increase in social media since 2020 after the pandemic has come in our country.\par
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No doubt it has been a challenging situation since then. Social media has become a prominent fixture in the lives of many individuals facing the challenges of mental illness. Social media refers broadly to web and mobile platforms that allow individuals to connect with others within a virtual network (such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, or LinkedIn), where they can share, co-create, or exchange various forms of digital content, including information, messages, photos, or videos.\par
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Let\rquote s take a look at how this affects in both ways, negatively as well as positively.\par
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At the time of social distancing and being at home, it helps connects with our friends, relatives, colleagues, and loved ones. While virtual interaction on social media doesn\rquote t have the same psychological benefits as face-to-face contact, there are still many positive ways in which it can help you stay connected and support your wellbeing.\par
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Social media enables you to:\par
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\'b7       Communicate and stay up to date with family and friends around the world.\par
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\'b7       Find new friends and communities; network with other people who share similar interests or ambitions.\par
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\'b7       Join or promote worthwhile causes; raise awareness on important issues.\par
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\'b7       Seek or offer emotional support during tough times.\par
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\'b7       Find vital social connections if you live in a remote area, for example, or have limited independence, social anxiety, or are part of a marginalized group.\par
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\'b7       Find an outlet for your creativity and self-expression.\par
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\'b7       Discover (with care) sources of valuable information and learning.\par
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THE NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON MENTAL HEALTH:\par
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The long-term consequences of good or bad use of social media.\par
Social media may promote negative experiences such as:\par
Fear of missing out (FOMO), Isolation, depression, anxiety, etc.\par
It can take a troll on your self-esteem.\par
Comparing our lives with others is mentally unhealthy\par
 It can lead to jealousy\f1\emdash and a vicious cycle\par
 Promotes fake news.\par
CHOOSE YOUR SPACE WISELY :)\par
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