In this 21st century, technology revolution and innovation has made a huge impact in our society including our social skills too. Some believe modern technology is making people more sociable, while others argue that it is making them even less sociable.
On one hand, people believe that the innovation of new modern technology has depreciated social skills of us social being. People argue that social media promotes unhealthy social life. It is due to the fact that, when people are in social media apps like facebook, instagram, messenger, etc. they do not interact outside that platform. Which is arguably true, as it causes them to just stay on their phone without actually interacting in real life. Moreover, people stay at their home knowing what’s going on outside with the help of technological advancement. They will get that crucial information just through their phone or through other mediums like radio, TV, etc. which leads to low communication level. For example, if a person doesn’t need to interact with others to fulfil his needs, he will surely lose the habit to talk with others affecting his social interactions overall.
On the other hand, there are people who views modern technology as a medium to strengthen social life. Social media introduces new individuals to us which will help grow our connection. Although through internet, it is still meeting new people from all over the world. The main advantage of modern technology is that it makes a city out of the whole world. The reason behind this view is simply due to the fact that internet has made it possible to interact others from all around the globe with only our smartphones, laptops, etc. from our home. It is convenient and reliable source of information too. For instance, there are cases where people met though online and they married strengthening their social bond even more.
In my view, everything has its own merits and demerits like in this case, but to perceive the advantages should be highlighted than giving emphasis to disadvantages of modern technology. In contrast to this, when we use social media to meet new people and befriend them, it surely will increase our social skills. To be friend in internet too, we need communication skills, so I don’t think it will hinder of communication skills that much. To take an example, there are millions of reddit users who are making new friends, yet there are no evidence shown that it affects their social life. They are making friends and uplifting their skills to make that new friend.
In conclusion, while everything may have disadvantages, we should find to utilize its advantages and take opportunity to learn new things. Modern technology can be a very effective tool to strengthen our social skills if used correctly. Though it is certain that it will be disadvantageous who only focuses in its demerits.