Social networks have grown at a compound annual rate of 12 percent since 2012.
Social networks have become a very powerful tool all over the world, that is why it is normal to see that new ones of these platforms have been created on a daily basis. It was recently announced that they have created a new social network where its users can seek psychological help, as well as share stories of overcoming.
In an increasingly digitized world, it is normal to see how people give greater importance to everything that arises in the digital world. The origin of social networks is marked by the desire to bring people together.
Data from the Global Environment Report digital 2022 by Hootsuitereports that social networks have grown at a compound annual rate of 12 percent since 2012. Where more than 93 percent of regular internet users connect to social networks.
In that sense, the report mentioned that worldwide, people spend an average of two hours 27 minutes a day on social networks. And it is estimated that this year, there will be 392.6 million users in Latin America.
The ImHere App
Currently mental health has become an important aspect for human beings, that is why, unlike in the past, today, there are any number of tools to deal with this problem.
Given this, the ImHere digital platform emerged, which is a new way to increase the chances of contacting people who can help overcome those difficult times.
It was learned that this application has compatible versions for Android and iOS operating systems, it is presented as a tool that allows you to contact people around the world who can share their story of overcoming, with others who need to read them in order to be inspired and overcome difficulties. difficulties they are going through.
“Many people suffer to find someone with whom to share their problems (…) We believe that our environment will not be able to understand or we are afraid of being judged”points to a post on the app’s web page.
Likewise, each user who enters the platform can choose the reason or theme of their problem, be it love, self-esteem, discrimination, a loss, family conflicts, abuse or bullying, etc.
As one of the most important functions is that for people who need it, within the application users can click on their profile tab and select the option to speak with a professional in person or virtually. The social network also has the contact information of some psychologists who are available.
This platform demonstrates the importance of social networks as a tool to combat problems. That’s why many of the iconic platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter already have tools and features that also support mental health issues.
In conclusion, the new generations are increasingly connected with social networks, which is why companies are joining projects in this virtual world and especially with tools that help a specific population.
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