Does Facebook Distract from Studies

Facebook one of the most popular social networks on the planet. There are instances where many people can really get the impression that if you are not on Facebook, you are really not on the pulse of society. Despite its popularity, the social network does have its share of criticisms and as with any criticisms, there are points to be made for that fact. One of those huge criticisms is how much time people spend a bit too much time for their own good.

Sadly it is a truth we must reveal. Facebook addiction is very real and people do need their fix of social media. Or at least they have got it right in their head that they need their social media fix. Unfortunately, that also means high school and college students are going to spend a great deal of time on Facebook. Even if it is at the decline of schoolwork.

There are many young people neglecting their studies. The reason is that they cannot pull themselves away from the Facebook for too long. Their friends are on Facebook, their families are on Facebook, everyone is on Facebook. The games are rather addicting, just goofing around with friends, both from real life and online, is something that is rather endearing. That algebra assignment might not do itself but it is not as great as Facebook.

Unfortunately, when young people spend too much time procrastinating in such a manner, there grades suffer and thus they really neglect their purpose.

If one argues that some would find a way to procrastinate regardless of whether Facebook or not existed, they would be right. Facebook is just another symptom of an overall disease. There is no law that says you have to have a Facebook account and you have to be on there all of the time. Granted, some people do have that impression.

This form of social media is just another method for young people not to do what they need to do. We all need entertainment. That is one of the fundamental things of psychology where we need to maintain the balance. All work puts a great deal of stress. Schools could do with giving a little less homework, as the point is often lost.

However, time management and prioritizing are two things that many students could do a little better of. There is a time and a place for everything.

Facebook does in fact distract from studies but it is one of the many things that distract from studies. If not for Facebook there would be something else. That is just the fact of the matter with Facebook and its connection with education.