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Social media has become an integral part of daily life for many teenagers, but its impact on their mental health and well-being is a growing concern. While social media can provide opportunities for connection and self-expression, it can also contribute to feelings of anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

One factor that contributes to the negative effects of social media is the constant comparison to others. Teenagers often measure their own success and worth based on the curated and idealized versions of other people’s lives that are presented on social media. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy and a skewed perception of reality.

Another issue is cyberbullying, which has become a prevalent problem on social media platforms. Cyberbullying can have serious consequences for teenagers, including increased levels of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.

Despite these concerns, social media also has the potential to be a positive force in teenagers’ lives. It can provide a platform for activism and community building, and can help teenagers explore their identities and interests.

Vocabulary

– Integral – неотъемлемый

– Well-being – благополучие

– Growing concern – растущая озабоченность

– Connection – связь

– Self-expression – самовыражение

– Comparison – сравнение

– Success – успех

– Worth – стоимость, ценность

– Curated – отобранный, отредактированный

– Idealized – идеализированный

– Inadequacy – неполноценность

– Skewed – искаженный

– Perception – восприятие

– Cyberbullying – кибербуллинг

– Prevalent – распространенный

– Consequences – последствия

– Activism – активизм

– Community building – создание сообщества

– Explore – исследовать

Tasks

Beginner Level:

Write five adjectives to describe social media.

Sample answers:

– Popular

– Addictive

– Fun

– Informative

– Engaging

Intermediate Level:

What are the negative effects of social media on teenagers? Give at least three examples.

Sample answer:

The negative effects of social media on teenagers include constant comparison to others, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy and a skewed perception of reality. Cyberbullying is also a prevalent problem on social media platforms, which can have serious consequences for teenagers, including increased levels of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.

Advanced Level:

What are some potential benefits of social media for teenagers? Explain in detail.

Sample answer:

Social media has the potential to be a positive force in teenagers’ lives by providing a platform for activism and community building. It can help teenagers explore their identities and interests, connect with people who share similar passions, and discover new opportunities. Additionally, social media can provide access to information and resources that may not be available offline, such as mental health support groups or educational content. However, it is important to use social media in a balanced and healthy way to avoid the negative effects that it can sometimes have on mental well-being.