Is Social Media Making Us Smarter or More Controlled?

We live in the age of constant connection. Every swipe, scroll, like, and share is part of our daily rhythm. Social media platforms—Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, YouTube—are no longer just apps. They’ve become our town squares, our newsrooms, our classrooms, and even our therapists. But here’s the big question: is social media making…