Overview of Social Media

Abstract: For young people, social media provides Friends we could not see in person were available online and allowed us important points of connection. On the other hand, fewer opportunities to interact in person with friends and family meant less real-world scrutiny on some of the negative effects of social media. Whether it's social media or in person, a good peer group makes a difference. a platform to help them discover who they are. For very shy or introverted youth, this can be a way to meet other people with similar interests. During the pandemic, social media made it possible for people to connect in ways when inperson socialization was not possible. Social support and socialization are important influences on coping and resilience.