Film 240 Flipbook Assignment

2. IN UNDERSTANDING THE WAYS IN WHICH
SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCES USERS, SOCIAL
MEDIA IS OFTEN LOOKED AT THROUGH A
NEGATIVE LIGHT…

3. With that being
said… there has
been research and
developments which
state that social
media actually gives
off positive
psychological vibes
to its users.

4. Everybody uses social media
differently and as such, the
ways in which individuals
choose to use social media is
directly based off of ones
own personal needs.
For example: Instagram and
Facebook shows viewers a
positive ideal of ourselves.
The “likes” and recognition
our profiles and images
receive, directly reflects
positive vibes, which overall
increases ones self-esteem.5

5. A STUDY DISCOVERED THAT 30 COLLEGE LEVEL STUDENTS HAD “A
NATURAL HIGH THAT WAS SPARKED WHEN THEY WERE ON THE
SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORK THAT LED TO THE RELAXED HEART
RATES AND LOWER LEVELS OF STRESS AND TENSION.3”
Throughout this study, students were observed 3 different
ways: “looking at panoramic landscapes, performing
complicated mathematical equations and using Facebook.” This
study states that “Facebook uncovered high levels of
attractiveness and arousal.3”

6. Furthermore, Facebook
also allows students to feel
better connected with a new
or unfamiliar university
community, as Facebook
becomes a common ground
for the promotion of social
events and opportunities to
immerse oneself within the
college experience.
Facebook assists in
growing social confidence
through meeting new
people.4

7. Not only is Facebook
beneficial as it provides
opportunities to meet new
people, Facebook is also
helpful towards shy or
more introverted
individuals in improving
social skills, as it’s often
easier or safer to form
connections behind a
screen.7

8. BOOSTS SELF-ESTEEM!
Browsing social media sites
has been found to increase
ones self-esteem. Cornell
University found individuals
to depict an increased
“psychological benefit to
using Facebook, and gets a
self-esteem boost just by
looking at ones Facebook
wall.3”
This is because people use
their social media as a way to
display the best versions of
themselves; revealing an
appealing image of
themselves in their own
control.3

9. ‘Unlike a mirror, which reminds us of who
we really are and may have a negative
effect on self-esteem if that image does
not match with our ideal, Facebook can
show a positive version of ourselves.3”

10. Social media is also researched for
positively increasing productivity…

11. A study
discovered that
“10-minute
Facebook breaks
makes employees
happier, healthier
and more
productive.3”

12. ENHANCES LOVE LIFE?
Research has noted
that “60% of singles
will friend someone
new on Facebook
after meeting them in
person.3”
And with this in
mind… “25% are
likely to contact their
new love interest via
Facebook.3”

13. DID YOU KNOW?
40% will update their relationship status on Facebook first
24% will tell their friends in person first
79% of couples send Facebook messages to each other everyday
60% post romantic messages on partner’s Facebook wall
And when the relationship ends………
“more than half of those surveyed immediately update their status to
single, which automatically sends out a notification to their friend list to
start the dating cycle over again.3”

14. Social media also allows
individuals to “keep in
touch with family and
friends,2” especially those
who live far away.
Sites such as Facebook
or Instagram provide an
excellent opportunity for
loved ones to feel a sense
of connection to one
another even though they
may not necessarily live
nearby.

15. Furthermore, social media sites may also be used as a
coping or comfort tool by individuals who may feel
lonely or alone.6

16. Although it is shown that there are plenty of positives
to using social media, it is important to make note of
the safety ways to use social media correctly, because
without this in mind, social media can easily become a
negative place.1

17. 1. “Be familiar with the privacy settings1”
2. “Avoid accidentally sharing personal details1”
3. “Take a technology break everyday1”
4. “Forget the popularity contest1”
5. “Your social media should reflect yourself.1” Do not try and
copy someone else, express yourself in the ways that make you
confident and happy.
Just remember….

18. “Think about what people are doing on Facebook
today. They’re keeping up with their friends and
family, but they’re also building an image and
identity for themselves, which in a sense is their
brand. They’re connecting with the audience
that they want to connect to. It’s almost a
disadvantage if you’re not on it now.9”
– Mark Zuckerberg.

19. CONCLUSION
Similarily to everything in life, “there are good
sides and bad sides to social media. Proceed
with caution, use responsibly, and try to make it
a positive experience.7”

20. REFERENCES
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Accessed March 02, 2017. “http://www.networkworld.com/article/2346606/microsoft-subnet/12-
tips-for-safe-social-networking.html.
2. Barricella, Nick. “The Positive and Negative Effects of Facebook.” TurboFuture. June 14, 2012.
Accessed March 02, 2017. http://turbofuture.com/internet/The-Positive-and-Negative-Effects-of-
Facebook.
3. Brooks, Chad. “7 Unexpected Ways Facebook is Good for You.” Business News Daily. May 17,
2012. Accessed March 02, 2017. http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/2534-facebook-
benefits.html.
4. Ellison, N. B.. Steinfield, C., & Lampe, C. (2007). The benefits of Facebook “friends:” Social
capital and college students’ use of online social network sites. Journal Computer-Mediated
Communication, 12(4), 1143-1168.
5. Matrix. S. (2017). Media use research part 2 of 2 {Vimeo video}. Retrieved from OnQ course
website: http://onq.queensu.ca/d2Vie/content/71613/viewContent/860602/View
6. Payne, E. (2015, Aug 08). Teens’ poor mental health linked to social media use. The Ottawa
Citizen. Retrieved from http://search-proquest-
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7. Pennell, Julie. “How Social Media Can Actually Help Teens Suffering from Depression and
Anxiety.” Teen Vogue. February 24, 2016. Accessed March 02, 2017.
http://www.teenvogue.com/story/positive-social-media-effects-on-teen-mental-health.
8. Probst, C. (2015). 10 ways social media affects our mental health. Degreed. Retrieved from
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9. Shewan, Dan. “WordStream.” WordStream. February 03, 2017. Accessed March 02, 2017.
http://www.wordstream.com/blog/ws/2016/02/26/social-media-quotes.