While the media often harps on the negative aspects of social media, 28% of 13-17-year-olds find that social media makes them feel more outgoing and 29% feel less shy.

While the media often harps on the negative aspects of social media, 28% of 13-17-year-olds find that social media makes them feel more outgoing and 29% feel less shy. The selfie mentality is helping teens build confidence, and is an undeniable part of our culture as Oxford Dictionary’s “Word of the Year” for 2013. (CNN)