Social Networks Could Be The End Of Your Relationship

Gustavo Ceratie once said “temptation is almost never where you think it will be”. There seems to be a similar effect in social networks, which are not only tools for fostering contact, but also encourage disconnection and the end of relationships.

Could it be that social networks have become weapons of mass destruction in our relationships? According to several studies, it seems that they are already responsible for millions of divorces today. And this is no exaggeration.

Let’s not forget that when we interact with others through social networks, we also make a big part of our lives public. The private worlds of millions of people can be seen on Facebook and Twitter.

In addition, these social networks have become a powerful way to communicate with others. In the Netherlands alone there are more than ten million Facebook users, which is more than half of the entire population. This is quite disturbing when you consider this data around the world. There are more than 1.5 billion Facebook users worldwide. Based on this data, it is quite easy to see how social networks affect our lives. For many people, they have become virtually indispensable.

Divorces Caused by Social Networks

While there are many studies that look at the impact social networks have on our lives, in this article we focus on one study in particular, which was conducted by a prestigious North American journal on psychology.

According to recent data, Facebook has caused about 28 million divorces worldwide. This may seem somewhat exaggerated, however, this data was confirmed a few years ago by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, when it was determined that Facebook was the root cause of 20 percent of all divorces in the US.

So far we have only dealt with Facebook as it is the most important social network in the world today. However, remember that there are many more social networks: Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Pinterest etc. Some people have even taken advantage of these networks to end their relationships.

Why might social networks cause breakups?

If you have a rock-solid relationship and you have a sensible attitude towards social networks, then most likely nothing will happen. The data above is not necessarily a reason to panic. However, there are a number of factors that influence the relationship between social networks and divorce.

Let’s take another look at some data, this time based on using social networks to find a casual or committed relationship. According to one prestigious magazine, 58% of all men surveyed and 80% of all women surveyed were active on social networks to find a date.

Apparently, people whose relationships are on the rocks, who haven’t taken good care of their relationship, or who are simply unhappy for whatever reason, see social networking as an opportunity to meet new people and build friendships that can eventually grow into more. But there are even more reasons:

• The constant influx of information about the lives of others shows users that there is no reason why they should settle for an unhappy relationship. Social networks display a large number of attractive, ostentatious and compatible profiles. These profiles are an opening to a world full of stimuli.

• According to a lot of different studies on human relationships today, our common tolerance for problems has diminished. Today, thanks to all the information we have access to, it’s easier to look for other quick options than to let the relationship mature and develop deeper feelings for one person in particular.
• Uncertainty is another important factor that can influence the decision to break up. The urge to control the other increases, because you can see his posts, the time he was online, his photos and his conversations with others. This creates a kind of mistrust and fear that could hinder communication and mutual respect.
• Constant exposure to possible other partners can also be a reason. Your relationship may be rock solid, but on social networks you can connect with a lot of people who are very similar to you, who are looking for adventure or a date. Many of them are very persuasive, making it important to make your own intentions clear to avoid getting caught in dangerous webs.

It’s clear that social networks have changed the way we view the world, and therefore the way we view our romantic relationships. If these networks are not approached with common sense and reason, they can cause uncertainty, fear or sadness. So take good care of the person who is by your side, and remember that social networks are only meant to be a form of entertainment, not a way of life.