Why are Young People so Obsessed with Social Media?
Social Media is overwhelmingly used by young people, usually teenagers. What is it that draws young people to these sites? Is it marketed towards them, or do they just have more free time? Whatever gets them there, they seem to be addicted to it. Why Is Social Media So Popular? According to Dr. Patricia Fioriello, "Almost 93% of teenagers use the internet for social interaction." (Fioriello) She also explains how teenagers are drawn to social media as a form of social interaction and human connection. " We can perhaps attribute this on the explosive growth of social media websites. As human beings, we maintain our existence by connecting and bonding through talk." (Fioriello) How Is Social Media Targeted Towards Teenagers As stated by Lauren Sherman, social media provides validation teenagers crave. " The “likes” on the photo provide an immediate, tangible reward, which ligh...
