Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

smartphones via Shutterstock

Your Say

Poll: Do you think you spend too much time on social media?

A documentary airing tonight interviewed people who have abandoned social media for a technology-free life.

AN RTÉ DOCUMENTARY tonight will explore how much our digital fingerprint is telling people about us and show people who have decided to take themselves off the grid.

Mark Boyle, who has been off social media for a year now, said his personal relationships have improved and he does not miss staring at a screen all day.

So, we want to know: Do you think you spend too much time on social media?

Poll Results:

Yes (6614)

No (2810)

I'm not sure (285)

Yes
No
I'm not sure

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can make sure we can keep reliable, meaningful news open to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Support us Learn More

Author

Michelle Hennessy

Send Tip or Correction View all articles

Your Voice

Readers Comments

Defamation

Damaging the good reputation of someone, slander, or libel.
Racism or Hate speech

An attack on an individual or group based on religion, race, gender, or beliefs.
Trolling or Off-topic

An attempt to derail the discussion.
Inappropriate language

Profanity, obscenity, vulgarity, or slurs.
Spam

Advertising, phishing, scamming, bots, or repetitive posts.
Other