As technology propels society into the 21st century, the archaic form of paper is being replaced by a digital world. Many see this change as positive, as the world goes “green” and saves paper. Some say this change just makes their lives easier. Others, however, aren't as enthusiastic about it. The idea of ​​everything going digital worries a lot of people. People will no longer be sitting on their porches discussing the evening news, but rather the evening news feed. Although social media has many benefits, it has just as many dangers, especially among teenagers. Social media, although used by millions of people around the world, can be detrimental to a person's well-being when used in a negative way. Social networks are relatively new in the technological world. It was introduced in 1997 and several popular sites are: MySpace, Facebook and Twitter. These sites have attracted millions of users, many of whom have integrated these sites into their daily practices (Boyd). Among these millions of users, the largest are young people. One study suggests that 81 percent of adolescents aged 12 to 17 use social networking sites (Sterling). These sites allow users to express themselves through a personal profile. Once their profile is created, the user can then make cyber friends. These friends are other users who can now access the original user's profile information, which could have negative results. However, many people find these sites extremely useful. From showcasing interests to connecting with friends and family, social media sites are a great way to communicate. Even people who are normally shy in person are able to put themselves at ease...... middle of paper ......eminer. Internet. April 14, 2014. Miller, Robert, Kristine Parsons and David Lifer. “Students and social networking sites: the paradox of publishing.” Behavior and Information Technology 29.4 (2010): 377-382. Premier Academic Research. Internet. April 14, 2014.Sigman, Aric. “Well connected?” : The biological implications of “social networks”. » Biologist. 56.1 (2009): 14-20. Print. April 29, 2014. Sterling, Greg. "Pew: 94% of teens use Facebook, have 425 friends on Facebook, but adoption of Twitter and Instagram is increasing." Marketing land. Np, May 21, 2013. Web. April 29, 2014. “Stopping Bad Behavior, Online.” Education Development Center, Inc.. Np, December 19, 2013. Web. April 29, 2014. Tokunaga, Robert S. “Have Me a Friend or You'll Bore Us: Understanding Negative Events That Happen on Social Networking Sites.” » Cyberpsychology, behavior and social networks 14.7/8 (2011): 425-432. Academic research P