Why We Engage in Social Media

Social media has a strong influence on our behavior, choices, and decisions.  It also has a strong impact on our youth.  There are advantages and disadvantages to social media, and the question becomes do you use it to your best advantage?  Consider how it is affecting your overall health.  People have more ways to communicate, but is this necessarily resulting in better communication or more fulfilled relationships?  Clare Steffen, Ed.D., psychologist.