Data and metrics collected by social media platforms to track user behavior and engagement with content.
The responsible and ethical use of technology and social media, with respect for others' privacy and rights.
The act of befriending and building trust with someone online in order to exploit them later.
A person who deliberately posts inflammatory or offensive comments on social media with the intention of provoking others.
An effect applied to a photo or video on social media to enhance its appearance or create a specific look.
A feature on many social media platforms that allows users to post short-lived content that disappears after a set amount of time.
Refers to content that has become very popular and widely shared on social media, often through a snowball effect of likes, shares, and comments.
The tendency to compare oneself to others on social media, often leading to feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem.
The compulsive use of social media and other online platforms that can lead to negative effects on mental health, relationships, and productivity.
Social media platforms are using the same techniques as gambling firms to create psychological dependencies and ingrain their products in the lives of their users, experts warn.
Social Media Harm Reduction involves strategies to minimize the negative effects of social media, like cyberbullying and misinformation, by educating users, protecting privacy, promoting responsible behavior, and supporting those affected. It aims to make online spaces safer without requiring complete avoidance of social media.
