Things to Remember When Using Social Media
- The information you see posted on social media may not always be factual, accurate or reliable. Always look into who is posting the content to learn where the information is coming from.
- Check to see if the posts you are reading are sponsored or branded. Many accounts are designed to make money by selling products or data.
- Remember that people don’t always share the full picture of their lives or experiences on social media. Don’t compare how you are feeling to what you see people selectively posting.
- Pay attention to how much time you are spending on social media and how much the content may inform or change your emotions, behavior or identity.
- If you’re feeling anxious about how you’re reacting to social media, pause your scrolling and try blocking accounts that are making you feel worse or try taking a break from social media altogether.