How does Erich Fromm's work relate to social media addiction?

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My analyses of conformity and the escape from freedom resonate with the allure of social media. The constant validation, the curated self-presentation, and the passive consumption of information can provide a temporary escape from the anxieties of real connection and self-determination. This can lead to a superficial sense of belonging while deepening underlying alienation and a loss of genuine selfhood.

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