Hacker News new | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit login

Accusing Facebook in that it’s like accusing sugar companies in diabetes. Not saying the problem doesn’t exist, but maybe they just abuse Facebook? I’m spending around 10 minutes a week in my fb account, checking on friends and family, that’s mostly enough. What stops you from doing the same?



Some books you might benefit from reading on this topic:

“Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us”

“The Attention Merchants” by Tim Wu


Thanks for the recommendation!


I spend zero minutes a year on FB. I still recognize that it harms those who do use it.


It’s just a tool. Don’t use it to harm yourself and you’ll be fine.




Consider applying for YC's Fall 2025 batch! Applications are open till Aug 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: