Social Networking is ironical in it's name because it doesn't bring people closer but creates big gaps in relationships with people who really matter the most in our life such as parents and family. Spending lumps of time sitting in front of computer screen isn't going to get you friends but living with them sharing happiness and spreading the joy does that. Facebook, Twitter, etc. are good but not better. The rift sometimes expands and can't be solved with any efforts. There are many side effects of staying stuck to social networking websites like Facebook, Twitter, etc. and the5 most deadly side effects can be followed below.
Facebook can cause trouble because:
1. It Can Degrade School PerformanceA research conducted in United States over several children proved that students who use Facebook, Twitter and other social networking website excessively had a low attention span and thus score low grades.
Facebook should be used constructively but not like elixir without which you can't survive. Addiction to anything is bad, Facebook is addictive.
2. It Can Get You Fired
Take me lightly, play some FarmVille or Texas Hold 'em Poker in the office and you will see the result. A pink slip despite of a promotion. I know how badly you miss your relatives, I know... but during work Facebook should be avoided.
Recently a research revealed that more than 72% employees in every company spent 1-1.5 hours on Facebook, Twitter and other Social Networks during work.
3. It is Bad Manner to Not Show UpJust saying "Happy Birthday" or "Happy Marriage Anniversary" is not enough, being present with family and friends during rough conditions matters more than anything else.
You might disagree but Facebook is depriving you of society and social bonding. It may seem fun but is addictive thus ought to be used in limit.
4. It is Unhealthy to Stay Up All Night Long
Facebook is not the right place to seek new friends that could be there for you when you need them. Yes it develops connection but not the one which we need, therefore communication with real people who live in your locality, study, at coaching and work in following cubicles is much more important.
Leaving living God's biggest gift for internet is not at all a good idea or decision. I think we should limit access to Facebook rather than saying that stop Facebook or "never ever use it".
5. It's Dangerous To Show Everything! It is good if you want to share all your data, your birthday and latest pictures with strangers, but what if...? You know? What are you risking...?
We know that Facebook has privacy setting but when hackers can get your account password in a moment how long do you think it would take them to break security? What if... by fate your name spoils on the web for something you have no idea about, it sounds crazy but you never know.
Final Conclusion:
I have no right to tell you what to do and what not to do, I can just say... as a friend that Social Networking Websites are great, Facebook is ultimate and Twitter is like your Virtual world but excess of everything is bad. Don't use SNS like mad!
I remember a time when I was playing more than 17 social games including Farmville and update my status even at 4 in the morning.
Life is to live, there are thousands of things waiting for us in the real world.
