The internet can have both good and bad impacts on kids. Whether that’s cyberbullying, liking a post, sending a mean message, or complimenting someone. Some don’t realize the damage that can be done behind a screen.
“I believe that social media or technology can be used for good and bad things,” Sara Simpkins (‘29) said. “I use it to make TikToks with friends or watch TikTok.”
The good side of social media can be so fun and cool. Whether that is watching videos, making a post, texting, or just calling someone. It is something most people typically enjoy.
“I like social media, it is how I communicate with long-distance family members and friends, or watching Instagram reels,” Allie Hudson (‘29) said.
The negatives to social media can be bad, like super bad. Some may need to watch what they say because the littlest thing can turn into something big in a matter of seconds.
“I don’t know anyone who is a victim of bad cyberbullying, but I’ve seen some stuff on TikTok, just little nasty comments aren’t fun, and it ruins people’s day, and it just isn’t fair to anyone, and no one deserves to feel that way,” Logan Bruni (‘29) said.
The main thing is that social media and the internet are such a huge part of the world we live in today. Some days it’s hard to get by without it with things such as work, school, watching a favorite show, or trying to get a hold of someone. Just remember that what you do on social media can have a huge impact on someone or something.
“Social media is a big thing to me because it is so easy for someone to say something online, but then not be able to say it to your face,” Bergan Colyer (‘27) said.