Despite the rise in cyberbullying and the seeming paradox of physical distance versus virtual closeness, Cliff Lampe argues that his research, conducted long before the term "social media" even existed, demonstrates its benefits.

Cliff Lampe is an associate professor at the School of Information at the University of Michigan. With a background in online communities dating back to Usenet and the early Web, he now specializes in the positive impacts of social media. Beyond his academic role, he is a dedicated husband, father, and friend.

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