A common saying you might have heard is “humans are social animals.” That saying has truth within it, because according to science, humans are social, and they have the capabilities of working together when there is a common goal. Having a group of people working together increases the chances of success, and bonding with each other creates positive feelings.
Here are some pros of having an active social life:
It can boost your immune system
Releases dopamine
Improves memory
Here are the cons of not having an active social life:
Increased chances of loneliness
Loneliness leads to increased rates of depression, suicide
If you’re looking to check out some social media apps, here are a few of the popular ones:
Discord
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Whatsapp
Snapchat
If you have social media and you’re able to communicate with others, that’s great! But having face-to-face communication is more beneficial and you might make some great memories!
So here are some ideas to hang out:
Go to a park
Take a walk along the beach
Organize a mini photoshoot
Volunteer together
If you’re up for more reading:
https://www.wired.com/2011/11/humans-social/
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-018-0389-1
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321019#Social-motivation-and-brain-power
https://makeawebsitehub.com/social-media-sites/
Stay safe!
References:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-018-0389-1
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-mild-cognitive-impairment/201606/the-health-benefits-socializing
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321019#Social-motivation-and-brain-power
https://vitalrecord.tamhsc.edu/your-social-life-or-lack-thereof-can-affect-your-health/
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Winnie Li is an upcoming junior at Oakland Charter High School. She loves taking long walks and feeling appreciation for the world. She also loves to plant, read, write, and crochet!
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