BENEFITS AND DANGERS IN USING SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES.pptx

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1. BENEFITS AND DANGERS IN USING SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES

2. WHAT IS SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES? Social Networking Sites (SNS) are digital platforms used to connect, communicate, and share content. Examples: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Tiktok . They play a major role in modern communication but come with both benefits and risks.

3. BENEFITS OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES

4. IMPROVED COMMUNICATION AND CONNECTIVITY Stay in touch with friends, family, and professionals globally.

5. INFORMATION SHARING AND AWARENESS Quick access to news, trends and educational resources.

6. COMMUNITY BUILDING Find like-minded people and support groups Fosters connections among individuals with shared interests or goals, creating a sense of belonging and collective identity across geographic boundaries.

7. BUSINESS AND MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES Promote brands, reach customers, job opportunities.

8. LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT Online classes, skill-building, tutorials. Facilitates knowledge sharing and collaboration, supporting continuous learning and development.

9. BENEFITS -REAL LIFE IMPACT Creating new careers Encouraging creative expression Real-time Information

10. DANGERS OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES

11. PRIVACY CONCERNS Data can be misused or leaked.

12. CYBERBULLYING Harassment and trolling are common

13. ADDICTION & TIME WASTING Can harm productivity and mental health. Reduced attention span Procrastination

14. MISINFORMATION Fake news and misleading content spread rapidly.

15. MENTAL HEALTH IMPACT Anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem due to comparison culture.

16. PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS Overuse linked to: Depression Sleep problems Fear of missing out (FOMO) Constant validation-seeking through likes and comments

17. HOW TO STAY SAFE ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Set strong privacy settings Think before you post Limit screen time Don’t share personal details Report and block harmful content

18. CONCLUSION Social networking sites offer powerful tools for connection and growth. However users must be aware of the risks and practice responsible usage. Balance and awareness are key to reaping the benefits without falling into the dangers.

19. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION! Prepared by: Marga L. Ryza Mae P.

20. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION! Presented by: Marga L. Ryza Mae P.