The Implication of Social Media on Human Behavior
The article by Matt Simon (2018) examines the implication of social media on human behaviour by examining various parasites and neurotransmitters. The main argument is that social media has the ability to zombify individuals due to its ability to trigger addiction. Simon relates such addictive behaviour to what happens when a parasite such as Jewel Wasp or tiny worm injects neurotransmitters to their prey or host hence making them defenceless. I agree with Simons argument that social media converts users into zombies because of the behaviour that it elicits.
The Use of Scientific Evidence
The author's argument is effective since it uses scientific evidence and factual information. For instance, the author states that "Scientist compare the affliction to drug or alcohol addiction," (Simon). Evidently, social media addicts keep on scrolling and scrolling, which is a pervasive phenomenon. The dopamine secreted during social media use is similar to serotonin produced by parasites to help zombify the hosts. However, arguing that we should delete social media applications to avoid damaging our brains is not an effective solution. An individual can minimize social media use yet still benefit from connecting with friends and family.
The Addiction and Zombification of Social Media Users
Evidently, social media has evolved to become an important factor in human life. However, I agree with Simon that it has led to addiction and, by extension, zombification of its users. Equating human beings social media use with the parasitic relationship between cockroaches and wasps, horsehair worms and crickets helps in understanding how behaviours are altered by neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin. I have come to realize that whenever I see notifications on my phone, I quickly open my social media applications. Hence, I agree with Simons argument that social media converts users into zombies because of the addictive behaviour that it elicits.
Works Cited
Simon, Matt. Learn from these bugs. don't let social media zombify you. 2018. 2018 .
