Social media, a double-edged sword


FOR those born after 2000, imagining a world without social media is challenging. Social media has become integral to daily life, enabling connections with family, friends, and a global audience.

As of 2023, there were approximately 4.9 billion social media users worldwide, and the number is expected to rise to 5.85 billion by 2027.

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