Facebook Induced Depression: How To Avoid It

Facebook is a platform designed to make us more sociable. But ironically, the social network has been linked to a surprising number of undesirable mental health consequences: depression, low self-esteem, and jealousy.

Findings from a research published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking  suggest that one of the triggering factors of this "facebook induced depression" seems to be "social comparison."

People who regularly use Facebook are exposed to the "glossy showreel" of friends, family, and acquaintances' lives. The idealized highlights of the daily existence of their peers may provoke feelings of envy and the distorted belief that others may lead happier, more exciting, and more successful lives.

So is it time to cut down on Facebook? Maybe. Or maybe we should just adjust our attitude toward it.

In order to shield yourself from depression that could be  induced by the excessive use of social media, 

• Do not let yourself get envious from observing other people's lives.
• Do not be obsessed too much about how you are perceived by others.
• You probably should not accept friend requests from former partners.
• And for the love of God, do not conpare yourself negatively to others.

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