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2023 Faculty of Education INOSR ARTS AND MANAGEMENT

The Positive and Negative Effects of social media on Interpersonal Relationship

Hyacinth Franca O.

Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives and has revolutionized the waypeople communicate and interact with each other. While it has brought about manypositive changes, there are concerns about its impact on interpersonal relationships. Thisarticle discusses the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships, highlighting thekey issues and debates surrounding this topic. The article examines both the positive andnegative effects of social media on interpersonal relationships, including the ease ofconnecting with others, addiction, cyberbullying, and relationship insecurity. The articleconcludes by emphasizing the need for individuals to be aware of the potential negativeeffects of social media on their relationships and take steps to mitigate these effects