The Emotional Hazards of Friction-Free Fantasies

The world on our screens is one of heightened intensity and low friction. But what happens to mental health when we subconsciously let social media set the standard for how real life should feel?

Is Social Media The New Smoking?

Like cigarettes, social media is ubiquitous (69% adults at last count). We use it compulsively. We use it to socialize. We use it to blow off steam. We use it to get a jolt of energy. Like We use it to numb out.