Social media makes your mental health worse and your self-image worse because when you try to seek validation and don't get it,it makes you feel worse, distorting your self-image. This can also expose you to cyberbullying, leading to things like depression, low self-esteem, and anxiety. "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury tells us a story about the future where technology rules every part of life, leading to a loss of human emotion and connection. Through the depiction of robot cops and a society ruled by technology, Bradbury warns of the dangers of becoming overly reliant on technological advancements. As people become more immersed in a world driven by machines, they gradually lose touch with their own humanity, resulting in a society without genuine emotion and purpose. The presence of robot cops symbolizes the dehumanization of law enforcement, where individuals are reduced to objects in a mechanized world. This narrative serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of allowing technology to dictate our lives, ultimately leading to a colder, less …show more content…
The constant connectivity to social platforms promotes an environment where individuals feel compelled to constantly seek validation, often measuring their self-worth based on likes, comments, and shares(social currency).Always trying to get people to like you on social media can make you see yourself in a bad way, feeling like you're not good enough and not worth much.Also, because you can be anonymous and get on social media easily, it's a place where bullying happens a lot. People can pick on others, make fun of them, and be mean. All this adds up and can make people feel really bad, messing with their mental health as they try to deal with all the stuff happening