Should more restrictions on social media be put in place

It affects people's mental health

We are all more connected than ever

Issues spread across the globe in record times

BLM

Global warming awareness

Cyberbullying

34% of students are cyberbullied

Over 60% of students who were cyber bullied said it "immensely impacted their ability to learn and didn't feel safe"

"Targets of cyberbullying are at a greater risk than others of both self-harm and suicidal behaviors"

Students who experienced bullying or cyberbullying are nearly 2 times more likely to attempt suicide

"Suicide ideation and attempts among adolescents have nearly doubled since 2008, making suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for individuals 10-34 years of age

Experience of bullying and cyberbullying are also associated with the development of low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, family problems, academic difficulties, delinquency, school violence, and suicidal thoughts/attempts

Communication is extremely easy and people are less likely to lose communication with friends / loved ones / people who have moved away

Social media was only introduced recently

George Floys was murdered on the 25th of may and protests began the next day

They have already raised millions

Helps to boost morale and mental health

FOMO