How Social Media Platform Architecture Encourages Passive Aggression in Modern Relationships
TL;DR: Disappearing stories, views, and likes allow people to express jealousy or resentment without directly addressing the source. Social media algorithms push emotionally charged content, and indirect communication feels valid and safe. As of February 2025, there were 5.56 billion internet users worldwide, accounting for 67.9% of the population. Around 64% of this total, or…













