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Benefits Of Social Media - Coggle Diagram
Benefits Of Social Media
The Spread of News
The spread of news on social media is instant, whether is is a major global event or something more personal i.e. the storming of the United States Capitol was all over social media.
Many young people rely heavily on social media for information, especially if their immediate family or friends are unlikely to discuss topics that can often be sensitive and personal.
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In a world where we so often hear of the harm social media causes, it is important to remember that it can provide individuals with a more worldly view and be aware of current events that they would have to rely on traditional news networks on otherwise.
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Ease of Communication
Social Media allows people to keep in touch across the world, where they would have struggled beforehand.
There are forums on Reddit and pages on Instagram where people with common interests can come together, whether it be sports, music, or anything else.
allows a free-flowing back and forth, rather than simply a lecture or article where there is little room for open communication.
Instant communication allows for opposing perspectives to be discussed, with potential for opinions to change.
Individuals can broadcast social media, communicating important moments of their lives to their followers.
Inspiring Change
In recent times we have seen social media platforms utilized to spread awareness of social movements such as #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter.
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When trying to inspire change, it is a placer that is easily accessible and inclusive.
Social Media teaches those who may not be aware of issues different kinds of people go through (because of race, gender, etc.) and influences them to change their own behavior while also supporting the cause.