Research Paper On Snapchat

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Snapchat is an app where you can chat with your friends , and share a quick snap of whatever you like., but what really happens in snapchat. “What should parents know about snapchat” is an article written by Common sense media, that discusses how people nowadays are so into snapchat. The article discusses in detail how kids use snapchat because of the cool effects and captions you can add on your snaps. Kids need to understand that the picture or message doesn't disappear. The teens may post or send inappropriate images but the picture can be replied and/or screenshotted. “ The fact that the messages don't last makes texting feel like a game… They may be tempted to share a sexy image, thinking the pics will go away.” Kids need to pay more

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