Tanisha Wylie
Ashford University - PHI 103
November 19, 2017
Introduction
Social media refers to communication technology including numerous applications and websites that facilitate easier and faster communication and networking. It gives people the opportunity to share information even from very far distances. Social media has both positive and negative effects towards interpersonal relations. In my view, social media has had a positive impact on interpersonal relationships. The purpose of this essay is to point out the various fact that supports the notion that social media enhances interrelationships. It also includes the view of the ways social media negatively affects …show more content…
It gives friends common sites of interest where they share their thoughts and comments about them. People don't always have to meet to discuss any small trending issue. Social Apps make it easier faster and much more fun. Similarly, people will still get something to talk about when they get home from school and work. For instance, a kid can share some funny stuff she came across on media, make her family laugh or comment in a long conversation. Media will always contain something to make people smile. Besides, social technology can provide lonely people with new friends who can turn out to be their best friends. Many people have met online, moved on to physical connection and others even eventually get married. Social tech can be the beginning of intense, long-lasting personal …show more content…
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