Comments on: Social media and self control

By: Adi Gaskell

Adi Gaskell — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:32:36 +0000

I thought about that possibility Andy. The study says however that it asked participants to do various things, after which their self-control was tested. So it's possible that a range of social media users were included in the Facebook group, including both avid fans and reluctant users.

By: Andy

Andy — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:07:32 +0000

I don't think you can necessarily conclude that it's social media that's the root. Maybe it's people with a less stable self esteem who are most attracted to facebook?

By: Adi Gaskell

Adi Gaskell — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:46:03 +0000

Thanks Frederic.

By: NickBlack01

NickBlack01 — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 12:03:11 +0000

Interesting. I wonder if it's due to the instant gratification that people expect/demand on Facebook?

By: Frederic Gonzalo

Frederic Gonzalo — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:19:29 +0000

Great post, Adi. I agree, social media, because it's often consumed in isolation, either behind the anonymity of a laptop or mobile phone, creates a false sense of 'protection' against the real world. It's somewhat akin to road rage, where drivers tend to curse, shout and make gestures in their car, but once they step outside and face another person, the reality check comes hitting hard! (In some cases, too late, unfortunately)

I wasn't aware of these different researches. Good stuff.
Have a nice weekend!
Frederic