Do you find yourself logging into Facebook any idle moment you have? Has it gone beyond your “cure for boredom?” A lot of college students can’t live without Facebook, but how much is TOO much? If you are struggling with a “Facebook addiction”, check out 5 easy ways to curb your Facebook usage so you can get back to having a more productive, fulfilling life!
Author: Susmita Baral
Susmita is a recent graduate of Rutgers University with a double major in Biological Sciences and Psychology and minor in South Asian studies. While at Rutgers, Susmita found the University's first chapter of Phi Delta Epsilon, an international co-ed fraternity, and served as Colony Coordinator and President. Susmita discovered her passion for writing in college when she found herself enjoying researching for and writing papers instead of working at biology labs. Upon graduating college, she took a 180 degree turn in her career goals and pursued her passion for writing. Susmita enjoys cooking and chronicles her culinary expeditions on her blog “Macaroni & Masala.” She is in pursuit of learning to fluently speak French and Italian and her interests include photography, traveling, art history and interior design. Susmita has earned the nickname "Brown Oprah" for moonlighting as a psychotherapist to her friends and family--offering advice in dating, interpersonal relationships, life goals and school. On College Cures Susmita channels her "inner Oprah" and parts advice based on her experiences as a college student.
Do you find yourself spending an unhealthy amount of time on Facebook or social networking sites? Is your digital life becoming more important than your reality? Whether scientists and health professionals agree or not, Facebook CAN be addicting! Ask yourself 4 questions to find out how addicted you are to Facebook and how you may go about changing your addiction.
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We’ve all made friends that we’ve regretted initiating contact with. Once a friendship has been formed, it’s too late to back out and unfortunately, there’s no legal way to “divorce a friend.” There are; however, 6 easy steps through which you can make your close friend an acquaintance! Find out how to drift apart without burning bridges!
Ever had an awkward moment when you didn’t know if an Indian person was Asian or not, whether you were allowed to call a person black or African American, or what the difference is between latino and hispanic? Brush up on what’s politically correct (and incorrect) when it comes to races and identifying people.
We shared with you how Facebook can lead to a “digital depression,” but recent studies counter those findings and are now claiming Facebook as an ego-booster! Find out why browsing your Facebook can be a quick pick-me-up and how is can help to boost your ego when you are feeling down.
Are you always running late and keeping your friends waiting? While your friends will let it slide in college, being unpunctual can get you in serious trouble in your internship, work and in the real world. Check out 5 easy ways to be on time and to handle any “punctuality situation”.
We’ve all seen the couple that look alike, but do we all choose partners who are just like ourselves? Are we more attracted to those who look like ourselves or those who appear different? Check out what this recent study has to say about dating those similar to ourselves and how it may affect you or your relationship!
We’ve all met that guy who says, “I’m 6’1,” but looks about 5’10, but why do guys lie about their height? What is it about those extra inches that makes him feel like more of a man? While most guys indulge in this type of body bluffing, we want to know why. Find out what recent studies have to say here!
Need your weekly fix of news? Check out our weekly news recap, which covers all the news in entertainment, US and foreign news, and much, much more! What’s in the recap this week? Updates on Jennifer Aniston’s new hairdo (yes, it’s news since it’s the first change in a decade), the earthquake in New Zealand and new studies confirm that alcohol IS good for your heart!
Ladies if you’re looking for a casual boyfriend and boys if you’re hunting for a wife who can cook, then prepare to be shocked! Studies suggest that gender roles and stereotypes should be chucked out the window because they’re no longer relevant in our society!
First impressions are lasting impressions. But what about your Facebook profile picture? Are you sending the right message to the opposite sex? If you’re a guy on Facebook and/or other social media platforms, see what style of pictures will illicit the most responses from girls!
First impressions are lasting impressions. If you’re a girl on Facebook and/or other social media platforms, see what style of pictures will illicit the most responses from guys! If you want the right kind of attention (looking for love?) you may want to check out these tips to promote positive feedback when it comes to your profile picture.
When going on a first date, you always want to ask the right questions and avoid awkward silences. But what are the right questions to ask on a first date? Check out the 3 questions you should be asking your date to find out if you two are meant to be or if it’s a lost cause! Find out right away if you and your date have anything in common and if your relationship will last.