Simrah

Israh
Sukaina
Hadiqa

Presentation Outline

Social Media Detox

INTRODUCTION
1. Greetings, everyone. Today, I want to talk about an increasingly relevant topic in our fast-paced
digital world: the importance of a social media detox.

2. How many of us find ourselves mindlessly scrolling through our social media feeds, only to
realize hours have slipped away? It's a common scenario in today's society.

3. But what if I told you that taking a break from social media could lead to improved mental
health, better relationships, and increased productivity? Let's delve into the reasons why a social
media detox is needed and the benefits it can bring.

Q. What is Social Media Detox?

1. Mental Health Matters:

 Social media has been linked to rising levels of anxiety, depression, and stress.

 Constant comparison, cyberbullying contribute to negative mental health outcomes.

 Taking a break allows for a reset, reducing the mental burden and promoting emotional
well-being.

2. Reclaiming Time and Productivity:

 Social media can be a black hole for time, leading to procrastination and decreased
productivity.

 Detoxing frees up time for more meaningful activities like hobbies, exercise, or spending
time with loved ones.

 Regaining control over our time leads to a greater sense of accomplishment and
fulfillment.
 3. Physical Well-being:

 Excessive screen time from social media can lead to various physical health issues like
eye strain, poor posture, and disrupted sleep patterns.

 Disconnecting from screens and engaging in offline activities promotes better physical
health and quality sleep.

4. Cultivating Self-awareness:

 Constant exposure to curated lives on social media can lead to feelings of inadequacy
and low self-esteem.

 Detoxing allows individuals to reconnect with themselves, their values, and their
aspirations, independent of external validation.

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BODY

A. How Did This Come To Be?

The concept of social media detox emerged as a response to growing concerns about the
following impacts on mental and physical well-being of a human.

1. Observing Adverse Effects: It became apparent that excessive use of social media
was causing negative emotions in users, such as increased anxiety and sadness as well
as decreased productivity.
2. The Increasing Need To Balance: As social media grew in popularity, many began
expressing the need to utilize it less and strike a healthy balance with other aspects of
their lives.
3. Observing Addiction: Experts were concerned about the rise in social media
addiction, which was characterized by compulsive phone monitoring and an inability to
stop.
4. Speaking About Digital Health: Books, articles, and health experts began to argue
against the concept of using social media constantly and to take breaks from it in order
to feel better and refocus on other activities.
(Simrah)

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B. Why A Social Media Detox Is Needed?
Based on research like the ones published in the Journal of Abnormal Psychology, we need
social media detoxes to lessen the negative impacts on mental health, like increased depression
and anxiousness.

1. Increase In Stress And Anxiety: According to research published in the Journal of

Adolescent Health, excessive social media use can raise stress and anxiety levels because users
are constantly comparing themselves to others and are exposed to unfavorable news and
material.
2. Disturbed Sleeping Pattern And Sleep Quality: Research indicates that Use of
social media prior to bed can disturb sleep patterns and can lower the quality of sleep
since the blue light from screens inhibits the generation of melatonin, a hormone that is
necessary for controlling sleep.
3. Mental Health At Stake: Psychological studies show that excessive use of social
media, especially by teenagers and young adults, has a connection with depressive
symptoms, feelings of isolation, and low self-esteem.
4. Decrease In Productivity: Since social media frequently causes distractions and
procrastination, spending too much time on it has been linked to lower academic
performance and decreased productivity.
5. Physical Health Problems: According to doctors and the American Academy of
Paediatrics, extended screen time from social media use can lead to lazy behavior and
health problems like obesity, heart disease, and eye strain.
(Simrah)
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C. How Can We Do Social Media Detox?

In order to make our life better, we’ll explore a step by step guide on how to embark on journey of social
media detox:

1. Set clear goals: It is essential to clearly define your objective before embarking on a
journey of social media detox. Setting a specific goal will act as your compass, whether
your objective is to increase productivity, lower stress levels, or just take a break.
Gaining insight into the “why” behind your detox prepares you for a more deliberate
and fulfilling experience.
2. Gradual reduction: take into account gradual reduction, rather than cutting off
connections from social media all at once. By easing this transition, the approach
reduces the possibility of experiencing feelings of deprivation that may arise from an
 abrupt withdrawal. Making the change smoothly is possible if you keep track of your
existing usage habits and progressively cut back on your online time.
3. Engaging in offline activities: plan a few interesting activities to do when you’re
detoxing. You might be shocked to see how much time you are saving by not using social
media. Some recommendations I think could be Reading, spending time with loved
ones, acquiring a new skill or maybe a hobby.
4. Select particular time for use: One of the most important steps in a successful
social media detox is to go from aimless scrolling to deliberate use. Set aside specific
times during the day to interact on social media. This deliberate scheduling ensures a
more balanced and conscientious online presence by setting boundaries and thwarting
the temptation of overindulgence.
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Conclusion