The Impact of Social Media (Alexa and MacKenzie)

In this week’s podcast, we focused on the impact social media has on upcoming generations and its larger effect on society as a whole. In our discussion, we dive into 3 main topics: different social media platforms, how social media affects mental health, and the different affordances and constraints that come with living in the age of social media. Social Media encompasses a lot of different aspects, both positive and negative, which we are excited to talk about with you today!

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