STS-ACTIVITY#5 BS MATH-1A
Martinez, Dannah Angel G.
REFLECTION
In today's interconnected world, over 3.6 billion people actively use social media platforms, reshaping the
way we communicate, share information, and perceive the world. I am the one in that 3.6 billion people
actively use social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Messenger, Pinterest,
Telegram, etc. As a student, what I often use is Messenger to check if there are any information or updates
from our professors or instructors in our group chat. I also usually use Instagram because that is where I
post my drawings or artworks. In each day I usually spend 3-4 hours on social media. Majority of the people
spend a lot of time on social media platforms it’s because individuals utilize social media for a variety of
purposes, such as maintaining relationships with friends, learning new things, amusement, self-expression,
business networking, and community involvement. It provides a variety of venues for engagement on both
a personal and professional level as well as social connection and information intake. Because they allow
for quick communication and worldwide interaction, social media platforms have become essential
components of our lives. It is obviously beneficial to be able to communicate with people and express
oneself. However, privacy concerns are raised by the widespread exchange of personal data. Another
disadvantage of these platforms is the ease with which false information may spread, undermining public
confidence and understanding. Furthermore, social media's addictive qualities and the urge to share an
idealized version of oneself can have a negative impact on mental health. It's critical to balance the
advantages of social media use against any possible disadvantages and to adopt cautious and thoughtful
online behavior. We underestimated social media's ability to form narratives and sway opinions during our
social media journey. We initially ignored its ability to spread false information and polarize society,
viewing it as merely a platform for interaction. We also overlooked how social media affects mental health.
Individual wellbeing suffered as a result of the pressure to maintain a flawless online presence and the
addictive nature of constant scrolling. We also underestimated the difficulties in striking a balance between
the need for responsible material and the right to free speech. The difficulties in policing harmful content
and the quick dissemination of fake news exposed the challenges in upholding a safe online environment.
Perhaps in our embrace of social media, we have forgotten how important privacy is. It was only after major
leaks and episodes of data misuse that the ease with which personal information is shared and misused
became apparent.
Finally, it's possible that we misjudged how quickly social media may change and redefine cultural
standards. It takes ongoing reflection and a proactive attitude to tackle new issues in order to adjust to these
changes.
