Social Networks Archives

Social Justice

‘The Internet Made Me Do It’: Stop Blaming Social Media for Our Behavioral Problems

At the most fundamental level, all the Internet really does is make it possible for people to share information and ideas faster and more efficiently than earlier modes of communication.

Jared Keller

Economics

Marijuana Buffers Pain of Social Exclusion

New research suggests one reason for the popularity of pot may be that it helps people cope with the pain of loneliness.

Tom Jacobs

Economics

Bitter About Your Life? Blame Facebook

New research suggests heavy Facebook users are more likely to believe other people have happier lives.

Tom Jacobs

Social Justice

Facebook Profile Pics Predict Future Happiness

College freshmen whose Facebook profile pictures featured intense smiles were more likely to feel satisfied with their lives 3½ years later.

Tom Jacobs

Social Justice

Study Links Facebook Use with Narcissism

New research from Australia suggests Facebook users are more extroverted and narcissistic than Internet users not plugged into the social network.

Tom Jacobs