The Impact of Social Media on Our Time and Attention

The video discusses the allocation of time in an average lifespan, emphasizing the importance of investing free time wisely. It highlights the negative impact of excessive screen time on mental health and cognition, and critiques the influence of social media on personal beliefs and behavior. The opportunity cost of screen time is explored, along with the business model of social media platforms that monetize user attention. The video concludes by urging viewers to evaluate the true value of social media in their lives.

How many months does an average adult spend on their career and schooling?

• 150 months

• 126 months

• 200 months

• 100 months

What fraction of an adult's life is optimistically left for personal pursuits after accounting for routine activities?

• 250 months

• 400 months

• 300 months

• 334 months

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What percentage of their remaining free time do 18-year-olds in the US spend on screens?

• 75%

• 85%

• 50%

• 93%

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What cognitive consequence is associated with excessive screen time?

• Better multitasking

• Enhanced creativity

• Chronic distraction

• Improved focus

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Which platform suggests that the quality of relationships is measured by communication frequency?

• Facebook

• Instagram

• Snapchat

• Twitter

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What does Instagram implicitly suggest about social approval?

• It's valuable from a few close friends

• It's most important from family

• It's best from thousands for transient moments

• It doesn't matter

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What is the estimated monthly cost of using TikTok, assuming your time is valued at $20 per hour?

• $1200

• $600

• $800

• $1000

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What is the speaker's main advice regarding social media use?

• To avoid it completely

• To use it without limits

• To use it in moderation

• To prioritize it over personal interactions

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