The use of social networking sites is extremely addicting. Isn’t it so? Facebook and Instagram both appear to offer a lot of addictive material for Gen Z.
Do you spend hours looking through “Facebook” or “Instagram”? Do you spend a lot of time on Telegram or Snapchat? You are addicted to “Social Media” if this is the case.
Using social networking applications or spending time exploring the creative side of the world isn’t always a negative thing. In the ‘Digital Era,’ using social media applications is perfectly commonplace, but if you are one of the lakhs of applicants aiming to pass the NEET or IIT JEE test, you must keep a close eye on your social media usage.
According to a study conducted by Cornell University (USA) that looked into the links between social media addiction and college students’ mental health and academic performance, addictive social media use will appear similar to any other component use disorder and may include mood swings, salience (i.e., behavioural, cognitive, and emotional preoccupation with social media), a wide range of tolerance capacity, and a variety of other symptoms.
According to the findings, when social media users repeat a repeating pattern of alleviating unpleasant temperaments with social media use, their psychological reliance on the platform grows, and their day-to-day and vital activities suffer.
The danger is higher for those attempting to pass national level admission examinations. Clearing IIT JEE or NEET, as previously said, is no stroll in the park and needs extreme focus and discipline.
The objective of this essay is not to say that using social media is bad, but rather to emphasise that it should not divert you from your goals or disrupt your daily routine. Before it becomes an addiction, you must keep a close eye on your social media activity and set limits. However, if you have the necessary control and discipline, utilising social media for amusement or motivating purposes during study breaks will not hurt you.
Disadvantages of Social Networking Sites for JEE/ NEET Aspirants
- One of the most common sources of distraction for students is social networking sites. Students would lose interest and focus in their studies if they are utilised excessively.
- There is no denying that social media is highly addicting. Its purpose is to entice consumers to spend more time with such programmes. This is precisely the kind of thing kids should avoid.
- After a post, the need to check the apps for comments, likes, and shares is time-consuming. It’s best not to publish anything on social media. Refrain from taking part in the conversation.
