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Taking a mere five-day break from Facebook lowers stress levels

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Check out this research posted on the British Psychological Society Research Digest, and consider taking a 'Facebook Holiday':

digest.bps.org.uk/2018/04/2...

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Very interesting.

I deactivated my face book account well over a year ago now.

I felt it was making me feel worse and affecting my mental health.

When those around me found out I had deactivated, their reaction to it was one of shock and I almost felt I’d done something wrong in lots of their eyes. I stuck to my guns and stayed off there, it was difficult at first as it was very habit forming and I did for the first month find myself popping on , in the odd occasion to check it out then deactivating again after a quick check. I soon got used to not even bothering to check it out. I Honestly felt better for it. I don’t miss it now.

I realise for some it has some good uses and if used correctly then could be a useful tool, in my opinion it’s mostly not used well and can make people feel bad...I’m glad I’m not on there anymore, that’s just my thoughts

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I disconnected two years ago. One of the best things I have done!

Hello MAS

Soon I will be on holiday for four weeks, mind I will still be contributing.

Our car is Internet Hot spot ready, so will be tapping in the passenger seat, Lol

BOB

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Have a nice holiday Bob x

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I have a Facebook page, I have kept it although I never find anyone I am looking for.

Keep saying will take it down, although I would miss all those attractive women, girls trying to be my friend. It makes a sixty seven year old Man very happy although a little confused ??? Lol

BOB

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This made me smile Bob 😊 x

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Took mine off and I’m going to try to keep it off. But I’ll miss the memes!!!

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