The rise of social media has been increasing at outrageous numbers over the last several years.

Now a new study suggests that social media addiction is on the rise. Do you fit the profile?

Consider these stats from the survey:

• 48% of people check/update Facebook and/or Twitter after they go to bed.
• 55% of people over 25 have to check in on Facebook at least once a day.
• 49% of people under 25 years old can be interrupted by an electronic message during a meal. (27% for people over 25 years of age).

What do you think about social media addiction? Share this post with your friends, family, colleagues and others and see what they have to say.

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