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Identity in a digital age

In today's modern world, overflowing with technology, people's identities often seem belittled and undervalued because of the fake images many portray online. On the internet, it's easy to lose our sense of self, especially on social media. Many people act differently there, doing things just to be liked or accepted. They post photos or content they wouldn't normally share in real life (because that's not them!) because they're trying to appeal to friends, family, or even strangers whose approval they crave. Social media should be a tool for communication and entertainment -but instead, it has become a serious threat to mental health, particularly among young people. A recent longitudinal study following over 4000 adolescents over four years found that those displaying addictive behaviors towards screens, especially social media and mobile phones, were two to three times more likely to experience suicidal thoughts and emotional problems than their peers -even wh...
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