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What are the benefits and harms of social media?

Layne Barringer, Staff Writer

January 28, 2025

Despite its challenges and distractions have their potential harm on students, social media has taken a major role in daily life from how we connect with others, communicate, learn and self-express.

“I am inspired by more stuff and more access to information, and a harm is comparing yourself to other people.”
— Senior Kalia Hardy

“One benefit is connecting with friends easier, and something bad about it is it can be addicting.”
— Freshman Cody Kaechele

“The benefit of social media is connection with peers, and the bad part of it is the bullying that comes with.”
— Sophomore Aasritha Dontula

“The benefit is talking to people and the harm is the sleep schedule.”
— Junior Conner Arn

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