Selfies & Trolling

My feelings on selfies are mixed. On the one hand, despite rarely taking selfies to post online, I think a selfie here and there is acceptable. On the other hand, when selfies are the majority of what is being posted, something is definitely wrong. Most say it’s a way to show that they are confident in themselves, at the same time some people over-post because of low self-esteem. Recently I’ve been informed of a few case studies that point to possible psychological issues of people who post selfies. I don’t know anybody who is obsessed with posting selfies, but if I did I would certainly refer them to the studies that relate their actions to those of narcissists. 

Some question if the internet and social media created this phenomenon, but maybe people are just taking advantage of the larger platform. These resources have simply provided a means for these issues to be better identified.  People must be mindful that posting selfies on the web exposes them to public criticism. There are people online who won't hesitate to attack a person’s picture (selfie) to call them ugly among other insults. Apparently, it's the fear of being harshly judged on how they look, why people spend so much time perfecting and posting selfies. This need to feel beautiful is seen as an insecurity that leaves them open for attack by cyber bullies. Which brings me to trolling.

I think internet and social media have created this trolling phenomenon.

Luckily I don't know anybody who is a troll nor have I been victimized by a troll.
There are studies  done on "trolls" finding them to be psychopaths.
Based on the information provided, I believe that the psychological issues associated with trolls are accurate.

http://time.com/8265/internet-trolls-are-actually-sadists-study-finds/