Yesterday, the U.S. Surgeon General chimed in on social media. In a New York Times op-ed, Vice Admiral Vivek Murthy put out a call for “warning labels” for social media, similar to the ones introduced on packs of cigarettes back in 1965. Citing the impact social media has on younger Americans, Murthy noted that young people report higher levels of depression and anxiety, as they spend an average of 4.8-hours daily on various websites and social media apps.
I'm just trying to picture what kind of warning might come with my posts. Like..."SURGEON GENERAL'S WARNING: Engaging with this content may lead to an inflated sense of self-importance, an addiction to likes, and a distorted belief that you can dance." Or..."WARNING: Excessive use may lead to unrealistic life goals, envy of someone's breakfast, and believing your cat's antics could make you a millionaire."