Facebook Addictions

When I first made a Facebook account, it seemed really exciting. I had the ability to talk to anyone, message anyone and post any pictures I wanted others to see. These were a lot of privileges for a 6th grader! Then as the years went on, more and more people created Facebook accounts and soon enough it became a trend.

Having a Facebook account was a must. Not only teenagers, but younger kids were making Facebook accounts as well. It became a part of their everyday life. That’s when people lost control and crossed the limit of their own personal privacy. “Going to a party”, “@ McDonalds” or “Sleep over tonight” became common posts by users. I could exactly pin point what a person was doing, when they were doing it, where they were and who they were with. That was just too much information for me; it started to get annoying after a while. No one cares if you’re “tired”, “lazy”, and “hungry” or have just gotten into a relationship with someone. Facebook is not a journal or diary, it’s very open. As much as you try to hide your profile or turn security functions on, your information is still not as safe as you may believe it is. You’re literally giving stalkers an open invitation to come find you! Keep your personal thoughts to yourself.

Facebook is a very helpful site, it keeps us connected and up to date in what goes on. That’s its downfall too. Too much information can be regretful, be careful of what you post and say on the internet. Facebook often becomes the first priority of people’s lives. Instead of checking the newspaper or turning the morning news on, people go and log on to Facebook to find out “other” news. When I say “other”, I’m referring to news that is of no importance at all.

Keep your social life safe; make sure it doesn’t turn into a virtual joke.