Rwanda: Are Social Media Sites Making Us Sick?

Are sites such as Facebook, Twitter and other social media sites addictive and causing health conditions? Experts say yes. Social networking also offers many advantages like meeting new people across the globe and finding old friends but these 'advanced' technological forms of communication are actually hurting people's social skills.

Facebook is now being called 'Facecrack'. The Facebook mobile app brings the addictive experience to the centre of the dining experience, dating and even wedding vows. The cell phone has become a status symbol and has been touted a necessity to check email, take pictures, play games, listen to music and even locate where you are driving in your car.

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