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    Against The Motion: Can You Deny The Prevalence of Cyber Bullying ? A Large Number of Teens Report

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    Against The Motion: Can You Deny The Prevalence of Cyber Bullying ? A Large Number of Teens Report

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    The document is a sample response for a school debate on whether social media gives immediacy, direction, and value as an individual. The response argues against the motion by stating that while social media provides access to information and connections, it can also be addictive and cause issues like fake news, cyberbullying, insecurity, depression in teens, and fear of missing out. Real-world connections and present moments are lost due to overuse of social media.

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    Against The Motion: Can You Deny The Prevalence of Cyber Bullying ? A Large Number of Teens Report

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    You are Preeti / Prashant of ABC Public School. Your school has organized a debate on Social Media
    and its effects. The motion of the House is- Social Media gives us immediacy, direction and a value as an
    individual."
    and you will be participating in your school. Prepare your views against or in favour of the motion. (200
    words)
    Answer:
    DEBATE WRITING

    "We are all now connected by the internet, like neurons in a giant brain"

    Honourable judges, teachers and my worthy opponents. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to join this
    debate.The motion of the House is - Social Media gives us immediacy, direction and a value as an
    individual." and I, Preeti / Prashant ,would like to speak in favour of the motion.

    May I ask the audience how many people do not have a smile on their faces on finding an old friend on
    Facebook? Well, in my opinion , hardly any . My knowledgeable opponents need to understand that Social
    media has removed all the barriers and boundaries to communication by bringing the globe on a single platform.
    While business opportunities have widened, marketer’s reach has broadened.I strongly feel that social platform
    keeps us updated about everything going on in every nook and corner of the world on a real-time basis.
    Can you deny , from emergency alerts, announcements and declarations to knowing how our friends are doing
    has all become so convenient? It provides freedom of speech and thus, enables everyone to speak their mind.
    Not to forget the incalculable access it provides to the extensive information.
    I fail to understand why my worthy opponents visualise only the negative aspect of social media when it
    is true that with so much advancement and innovation, it would be an unimaginable world without having social
    media in it."Social media is addictive precisely because it gives us something what the real world lacks: it gives
    us immediacy, direction and a value as an individual." and I strongly believe in it.
    Thank you for your cooperation and patient hearing.

    AGAINST THE MOTION

    Honourable judges, teachers and my worthy opponents. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to join this
    debate.The motion of the House is - Social Media gives us immediacy, direction and a value as an
    individual." and I, Preeti / Prashant, would like to speak against the motion.
    What a world it is, with everyone on their phones, all the time, faking their lives and keeping a count of their
    likes?

    May I ask the audience-- is’nt it doubtful to trust the saying that goes like, "Technology was developed to save
    time and make our lives easier" because people have become addicted and unproductive? Undoubtedly the
    extensive use of social media can actually cause addiction to the users. Throughout their day, they feel to post
    something on their pages or check others posts as it has become an important part of our life.

    I strongly feel it takes a lot of effort and discipline to stay away from social media. I fail to understand why my
    worthy opponents believe that social media does not give us immediacy, direction and a value as an
    individual?" No doubt it provides access to useful information, but I strongly believe it is hard to ignore the
    quantum of fake news that spreads like wildfire and the extent of impact it has on the society. In fact, fake
    whatsapp forwards was a clear pattern that was observed behind the recent mob lynchings or rather, "Death by
    social media" Results have shown that it has had adverse effects on human minds and their functioning. Outdoor
    activities among children have also reduced significantly.

    Can you deny the prevalence of Cyber bullying ?  A large number of teens report being bullied on social
    media and many other users are subjected to offensive comments. Social media platforms such as Twitter can
    be hotspots for spreading hurtful rumours, lies, and abuse that can leave lasting emotional scars.

    My knowledgeable opponents need to understand that social media is one of the reasons behind insecurities
    and depression among teenagers. Self-absorption is quite noticeable among people. Sharing endless selfies and
    all your innermost thoughts on social media can create an unhealthy self-centeredness and distance you from
    real-life connections.

    It is right that technology was introduced to save time, but we forgot to mention, "In the right amount" So,
    remember, you leave the present moment every time you check the phone.

    Thank you for your cooperation and patient hearing.


    Fear of missing out (FOMO). While FOMO has been around far longer than social media, sites
    such as Facebook and Instagram seem to exacerbate feelings that others are having more fun or
    living better lives than you are. The idea that you’re missing out on certain things can impact your
    self-esteem, trigger anxiety, and fuel even greater social media use. FOMO can compel you to
    pick up your phone every few minutes to check for updates, or compulsively respond to each and
    every alert—even if that means taking risks while you’re driving, missing out on sleep at night, or
    prioritizing social media interaction over real world relationships. 

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