2. 40.1 – Describe the evidence that points to our human affiliation need – our need to belong.
The Need to Belong (Affiliation Need)
“Man is a social animal” (Aristotle). Separation from others increases our need to belong.
Belongingness
Wanting to Belong: The need to belong colors our thinking and emotions.
Social Acceptance: A sense of belonging with others increases our self-esteem. Social segregation decreases it.
Maintaining Relationships: We resist breaking social bonds, even bad ones.
Ostracism: Social exclusion leads to demoralization, depression, and at times nasty behavior.

3. 41.2 – Describe how social networking influences us.
Mobile Networks and Social Media 
Cell phones have been history’s most rapidly adopted technology. Texting and ing have been displacing phone talking. For many, it’s as though friends (and others) are always present.
The Social Effects of Social Networking
Social networking sites have made us more socially isolated, but have also diversified our social networks. We are less inhibited with electronic communication (usually not a good thing). Those who score high in narcissism are also especially active on social networking sites.
Managing Your Social Networking
Maintaining a healthy balance between online connecting and real world responsibilities:
a) monitor your time.
b) monitor your feelings.
c) “hide” you more distracting online friends.
d) try turning off your mobile devices or leaving them elsewhere.
e) try a social networking fast (or diet).
f) replenish your focus with a nature walk.