Ghazaleh Gharibzadeh - Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Electrical andComputer Engineering, Technical and Vocational University (TVU),Tehran, Iran
Esmat Afsoon - Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Electrical andComputer Engineering, Technical and Vocational University (TVU),Tehran, Iran

Social media has become a huge part of our lives, changing how we connect and interact withothers. But it’s not all benefits and good things such as digital marketing. This article explores thenegative aspects of social media, including how it can damage our mental health, invade ourprivacy, spread fake news, and make real-life interactions feel less authentic. We will examinestudies and research to understand the tremendous impact social media can have on us asindividuals, our communities, and society as a whole. It’s important to understand these issues sothat we can use social media responsibly and enhance our online experience. Studies consistentlylink excessive social media use to increased risk for depression and anxiety. We believe that peoplemust manage their time and social media habits. The content people follow and watch on socialmedia is important too and we must be selective when it comes to interaction.

Social media, Mental health, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction