Any medium of communication whether in the form of pictures or words is an outlet. It defines the human need to communicate it's ideas, problems and needs. Stopping such outlet creates a tension in an individual while a successful communication gives satisfaction.Instagram provides people a platform to showcase their creativity and their life. By posting pictures they get an outlet to let out their creativity as well as release tension. The appreciation and approval they get from others satisfies their ego. They feel important and worthy.
