Is social media increasing social awareness?

Over the years, social media has become a part and parcel of modern life. In our country, the use of social media and the number of users of social media platforms are increasing with every passing day. Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, WeChat, Instagram etc are used by most young people of the country these days. But, is social awareness spreading in the same proportion?

This does not seem to be the case. Most users in the country tend to misuse social media. By using Facebook excessively, students waste their valuable time. They could have dedicated this time for studying or doing some creative work. Additionally, people spread fake news simply to confuse others. Often, rumours are spread through social media platforms about important issues and events. People are often trolled and bullied on social media platforms. Actually, most of the users do not know or follow the appropriate etiquette while using social media. They take it as a recreation and this is where the problem lies.

Social awareness can be increased if we use social media properly.

Hasan Tasnim Shaon

University of Dhaka

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