One of the most powerful ways in which technology is altering self-identity is through the shift from being internally to externally driven. ... These forces acted mostly as a mirror reflecting back on us what we saw in ourselves, resulting in affirmation rather than a change in our self-identities
This constant exposure to “perfection” from social media affects a teen's self-identity, self-esteem and even may cause depression. ... Social media can affect a teen's self-esteem by changing their entire style such as clothes, music, and personality and even change what kind of friends they have.
Ways technology impacts identify: -It globalizes our view of ourselves, overcoming fundamentalism of religion or ideology. - The popular culture tell us what to believe in ourselves rather than rather than what is best for us --> doesn't encourage use to recognize who we are. - People's communication become more electronically. - Prevent people from expressing their self identiy, they just trying to conform their identity with the social views.
