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Sep 11, 2019
Candice Audgers, a Professor of Psychological Science at UC Irvine, and Arielle Partis, a Wired writer focused on social media, delve into the complexities of online engagement. They discuss the possible removal of 'Likes' on major platforms and how that may affect mental health, particularly among youth. The pair also explores the concept of 'demetrication' to alleviate pressure from engagement metrics. With personal experiences and cultural insights, they emphasize the urgent need for understanding how social media influences anxiety and self-esteem in today's digital landscape.
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Sean's Instagram Strategy
- Sean, in high school, deleted Instagram photos if they didn't get enough likes within 20 minutes.
- He aimed for a specific likes-to-time ratio and prioritized posting on Sunday nights around 6 p.m.
Kendall Jenner's Instagram Break
- Kendall Jenner took a break from Instagram, feeling too dependent on it.
- She admitted to checking it first thing in the morning and last thing at night.
Platforms Removing Likes
- Social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram are considering removing like counts.
- This is in response to social media fatigue and the pressure to gain likes.