Steemit Engagement Challenge / SEC-S19 / W6 | "How are social medias affecting our society in both good and bad ways? "

Hello Steemian Friends,

Assalamu Alaikum friends. Hope you all are well. Today I came to participate in this wonderful engagement contest organized by this community. The topic here is how social media is affecting our society in both good and bad ways. So I will discuss this in detail. So let's begin.

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Social media is a digital platform where users can create content, share and exchange information over the Internet. It is managed through a variety of websites and applications. Like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube etc.

There you can share personal experiences and thoughts. Share photos, videos and other media and connect with different communities. Social media is primarily used for personal and social communication, as well as in business, education, and entertainment. Here are some examples.

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• Increased communication :- Through social media, people from different countries and cultures in Asia can easily communicate. Stay connected with friends, family and colleagues without the barrier of distance.

• Fast flow of information :- Various information and news can be spread quickly through social media. It helps to keep people informed about recent events.

• Business and Marketing :- In Asian societies, social media serves as a powerful marketing platform for businesses. Through this they can promote products and services and establish direct contact with customers.

• Social Change and Awareness :- Social media is playing an important role in raising awareness and social change on various social issues in Asia. Creating opportunities to mobilize people and express their views through various movements and campaigns.

• Education and Knowledge :- Educational institutions and students can share various types of educational content using social media. It expands education and increases opportunities for students to acquire knowledge.

Currently social media has many advantages but it has also created some evils in the society. A lot of damage is happening without people's knowledge but people don't understand. Some notable evils are mentioned below:

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• Threats to privacy :- Sharing personal information on social media poses threats to privacy. Hackers and cybercriminals can use this information to commit a variety of criminal activities.

• Mental Health Issues :- Spending too much time on social media can have a negative impact on mental health. Such as low self-confidence, depression and mental illness.

• Spreading fake news and rumours :- Social media is easily a platform for spreading fake news, rumours, and misinformation. This creates confusion in society and creates social unrest.

• Relationship Deterioration :- Social media overuse can have a negative impact on personal relationships. Because it prefers virtual communication rather than face-to-face communication.

• Cyberbullying :- Social media increases the risk of cyberbullying, where people can be harassed, insulted and emotionally abused on online platforms. Due to these ill effects, there is a need to be careful and limit the use of social media.

In fact, many aspects of our lives require social media. Social media is useful for both common people and corporate companies. But its usefulness depends on its usage. Its usefulness and limitations for both are discussed below..

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• Communication and maintaining relationships : Social media helps to maintain contact with people and create new relationships.

• Access to information and knowledge : Various educational content, news and other important information are easily available through social media.

• Opportunities for self-expression : People can share their thoughts, skills and creativity. It helps to establish him as an active member of the society.

• Social Awareness and Movement : Common people can use social media to express opinions and create awareness on various social issues.

• Brand Promotion and Marketing : Social media is an important marketing platform for corporate companies, allowing for low-cost and quick brand promotion.

• Customer Connection and Support : Companies can communicate directly with customers through social media and resolve their issues.

• New Customer Acquisition : Social media can be an effective way for companies to bring in new customers.

So for the general public overuse can lead to addiction, mental health problems, and a waste of time. Negative publicity, fake reviews and social media management cost extra time and resources for corporate companies.

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Social media is playing an important role in today's society. Which is affecting various aspects of our life. It has facilitated communication between us, created opportunities for education and knowledge acquisition and opened up new possibilities for business and corporate organizations. Social media is a very powerful tool that can bring positive changes in our lives if it is used properly and carefully. It should be a part of our life.

Conclusion : While social media has brought convenience to our lives, it has also created some challenges. Its usefulness or harm depends on the way it is used. Used properly, it can be a wonderful medium that can bring growth and success in personal and professional life. However, awareness and responsible use is essential to avoid its negative effects. These are what I think.

So I am Inviting my lovely Steemian friends @patjewell,@mahadisalim,@solperez,@anasuleidy,@irawandedy, @o1eh @karianaporras, @shohana1 @edgargonzalez, @bossj23, @sushanta83, @mesola, to Participate in this Competition.