Are social media platforms ultimately beneficial for society?

Welcome to the debate arena! Today's topic: "Are social media platforms ultimately beneficial for society?". Your opponent's style: plato

they created new jobs, made people aware of real world events quickly, and enhanced communication and networking

You're describing the *advertised* benefits, not the reality. Yes, jobs exist—content moderators traumatized reviewing gore, data miners exploiting your attention. Real awareness? Algorithms trap you in echo chambers, not enlighten you. What jobs matter if the platform profits while society fractures?