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Facebook makes people feel better, or so the claim has been made by the Facebook team (Who, I’m sure, are just a LITTLE bit biased).

An article from allfacebook.com pointed out the recent Facebook South Park episode : “[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][it] poked fun at a character named Kip Jordy who didn’t have any Facebook friends. Jordy’s life was turned around after Kyle ends up friending him, immediately killing months of loneliness. While it was a cartoon show, it also effectively illustrates what the Facebook researchers found: logging on to Facebook and communicating with friends makes people feel better and less lonely.”

As an extrovert, I personally agree with these findings. Whether online or offline, I love connecting with people and re-connecting with old friends. I’m lucky to have met and learned from some amazing people throughout my life. Facebook has allowed me to reconnect with people I would have lost touch with forever.

It’s not surprising to me that over 400 million people have connected to this website. From teenagers to senior citizens, I’m able to stay updated on what my friends are doing from around the world.

A few months ago, I realized just how important Facebook was to me when I had difficulty logging on through Firefox (and now have to use Safari). I couldn’t access my messages or make status updates. And, if I can’t access my contacts through Facebook, I will potentially lose contact information for a few hundred people.

Without having read the full study, it seems this announcement is skewed for a few reasons.  It’s only natural that extroverts would feel better as connecting with people gives them energy.

I’d be curious to know if this study also examined the effects on introverts versus extroverts.

You can download the full study here and read more about the findings via the Facebook blog.

And, please tell your friends to join the PUNCH!media Facebook Fan Page at http://www.facebook.com/punchmediadotca. Seeing each new Fan really does make me feel better.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

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About Leslie Hughes

Leslie Hughes is a LinkedIn Optimization Specialist, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Corporate Trainer with over 25 years of experience in digital marketing and LinkedIn profile writing. As the Principal of PUNCH!media and author of "CREATE. CONNECT. CONVERT," Leslie helps executives and professionals optimize their LinkedIn profiles, generate leads, and attract higher-paying clients. Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice—an exclusive honor from LinkedIn—Leslie is a trusted authority on LinkedIn profile optimization, AI-driven marketing strategies, and digital identity management. Her expertise has been featured on CBC Radio, where she was called a "Social Media Guru," and on CTV’s "The Social," where she shared strategies for managing digital identity. Leslie empowers professionals to leverage generative AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance marketing strategies, boost efficiency, and create impactful content that converts. She helps businesses understand how to use LinkedIn for lead generation and how AI can revolutionize their digital marketing efforts. Leslie has worked with top organizations like Investment Planning Counsel, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, JLL, and Franklin Templeton, optimizing LinkedIn profiles and providing corporate training that delivers measurable results. Leslie is a former college professor and co-lead instructor for Ontario Tech University’s Social Media Marketing and Digital Management Certificate. Whether you need a LinkedIn profile writer, corporate trainer, or AI marketing specialist, Leslie Hughes can help you elevate your digital presence and transform your marketing strategy. Ready to take your LinkedIn profile and corporate training to the next level? Learn more at www.punchmedia.ca.