Impact of Social Media on the Brain

What fraction of the world uses social media?

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/2

• 3/4

What percentage of internet users are unable to control their online time?

• 15-20%

• 1-2%

• 3-4%

• 5-10%

What part of the brain shows degradation in internet addicts?

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• White matter

• Gray matter

How does heavy media use affect multitasking abilities?

• Improves multitasking

• No effect

• Worsens multitasking

• Improves memory

What is Phantom Vibration Syndrome?

• Feeling your phone vibrate when it hasn't

• Hearing your phone ring when it hasn't

• Feeling dizzy when using your phone

• Seeing notifications that aren't there

What chemical is released when using social media?

• Serotonin

• Adrenaline

• Cortisol

• Dopamine

What percentage of social media communication is self-involved?

• 60-70%

• 40-50%

• 20-30%

• 80%

Which part of the brain is stimulated by social media use?

• Part related to fear

• Part related to pain

• Part related to motivation

• Part related to sleep

How do online relationships compare to face-to-face ones?

• More successful

• More stressful

• Less successful

• No difference

What is the main topic of the Q&A video mentioned?

• Science experiments

• Behind the scenes of AsapSCIENCE

• Cooking recipes

• Travel tips