Episode
27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
39:18
Published: Wed Mar 30 2022
Description
This week we discuss the psychology of social media: how it controls our behaviours, social comparison and the what makes tiktok so addictive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
This is an advertisement for Bielinski's chicken sausage, followed by promotions for the Family Secrets and Ay, Por Favor podcasts.
00:00 - 01:20 (01:20)
Summary
This is an advertisement for Bielinski's chicken sausage, followed by promotions for the Family Secrets and Ay, Por Favor podcasts.
Episode27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
Social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are intentionally designed to exploit the psychological and dopinogenic systems of our brain, making us addicted to the reward of feeling connected to others, even if it's not true or only through a screen.
01:20 - 14:09 (12:49)
Summary
Social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are intentionally designed to exploit the psychological and dopinogenic systems of our brain, making us addicted to the reward of feeling connected to others, even if it's not true or only through a screen. As more people crave the instant rush of dopamine release, our online behavior is positively reinforced, making the shift in how we gather information and connect with each other a global phenomenon.
Episode27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
This transcript discusses how heavy social media users may become less able to ignore distraction in general due to the easily accessible and constantly changing nature of social media.
14:09 - 26:18 (12:08)
Summary
This transcript discusses how heavy social media users may become less able to ignore distraction in general due to the easily accessible and constantly changing nature of social media. Additionally, unique algorithms for every user create individualized news feeds on social media sites that increase engagement with the platform.
Episode27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
Social media allows for the optimization of one's self-presentation, leading to a self-enhancement shield and a distraction from real-life.
26:18 - 33:40 (07:22)
Summary
Social media allows for the optimization of one's self-presentation, leading to a self-enhancement shield and a distraction from real-life. This can lead to negative side effects, such as a depressed mood and decreased life satisfaction.
Episode27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The excessive use of social media has led to us being more anxious, depressed, and socially isolated.
33:41 - 40:25 (06:43)
Summary
The excessive use of social media has led to us being more anxious, depressed, and socially isolated. Turning off notifications, limiting social media usage, and focusing on the present moment can help us combat its negative effects.
Episode27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
Season eight of the Family Secrets podcast, available on the iHeartRadio app and Apple Podcasts, features stories of tenacity, resilience, and the excavation of long-held family secrets, providing listeners with the opportunity to disconnect from social media and enjoy life.
40:25 - 41:46 (01:21)
Summary
Season eight of the Family Secrets podcast, available on the iHeartRadio app and Apple Podcasts, features stories of tenacity, resilience, and the excavation of long-held family secrets, providing listeners with the opportunity to disconnect from social media and enjoy life.