Unit 2 Draft

 Unit 2 Draft - 

main line of argument: 

social media has had a profound impact on the way that people in modern society interact within relationships, whether that be with friends, families, or strangers on the internet.


Intro - 

  • Social media is a dominant force in modern communication, shaping interactions between friends, family, and strangers.
  • It fosters connection and accessibility but also raises concerns about authenticity and relationship quality.
  • This discussion will explore both the positive and negative impacts of social media on relationships.


    • Source 1 - Social Network:

    My first source is the 2010 film The Social Network, directed by David Fincher. It follows a young Mark Zuckerberg as he creates Facebook—reshaping not only the internet but also human relationships. The film highlights how social media transformed the way we interact, shifting from personal blogs and face-to-face communication to friend requests, status updates, and online validation.

    Initially designed as a college networking tool, Facebook quickly became a global phenomenon, redefining friendships and social norms. While it helped people stay connected, it also complicated relationships—introducing new social pressures, fostering curated online personas, and even fueling conflicts. The film illustrates this through Zuckerberg’s strained friendships, particularly his betrayal of co-founder Eduardo Saverin, showing how digital connections can both unite and divide.

    Beyond friendships, social media has altered family dynamics and interactions with strangers, blurring the line between real and virtual relationships. The Social Network ultimately serves as a cautionary tale, urging us to consider whether social media strengthens our relationships or simply changes them—sometimes for the worse.

    Source 2 - short film

    short film of some sort. i've been looking into oscar-winners and other award winning short films. I'd like to find one that talks about some of the negatives of social media, but if the positives were highlighted in the film, that would also be a good enough source...

    Source 3 -  article

    Social Media Impact: How Social Media Sites Affect Society - American Public University - Linda C. Ashar J.D.

    https://www.apu.apus.edu/area-of-study/business-and-management/resources/how-social-media-sites-affect-society/

    this source has information on both sides of the argument. it gives data to support both sides, and this will be my final source, as it delves deeper into actual data to back up both sides. 

    conclusion - 

  • Social media has transformed relationships in both beneficial and harmful ways.
  • It enhances connection but may also contribute to isolation and digital dependence.
  • These changes affect social norms, communication habits, and emotional well-being.
  • The future of relationships depends on how society balances social media’s benefits and drawbacks.

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