There’s been a lot said in the press about the negative influence of social media on our lives, with multiple studies complaining that it’s bad for everything from our self-image to our stress levels. But, as Stanford University claims that there could be some surprising benefits, are there any groups who benefit from Facebook et al?

According to a new study by ‘tech-xperts’ Carphone Warehouse, the answer’s yes, with a recent study of UK consumers finding that:

• More than half of British people say social media plays a huge role in letting their families keep in contact
• 36% of 18-24 year olds and 25% of the 55+ say social media has brought their family closer together
• 2 in 5 Brits claim the internet has given them more to talk about offline, leading to closer relationships
• 70% of Londoners credit the internet and social media with making their family lives easier

Social media also helps users to connect to people they might otherwise never have connected with. It helps to build a sense of community and sparks creativity in a way never seen before. For people trying to build their following, it’s also possible to use a followers app to grow their audience. The more people that see the content that people create, the more influence it can have, which further helps to expand communities to people who wouldn’t have otherwise been able to join.

Maybe it could do with a closing sentence, something like: So, next time you’re reaching for your phone for a quick flick through your timeline, don’t berate yourself – you could be about to make someone’s day, or your own!

Learn more here: https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/broadband/lets-get-together.html