One in six Britons over 50 use Facebook to check out old flames, according to a new report.
But the latest research found that the same number – 16 per cent – also upload selfies on the social media site so they can show their old partners how well they have aged.
The study reveals that 47 per cent of the over 50s believe they will use Facebook more as they grow older.
The report says that contrary to popular opinion, social media clearly have an important role to play for us as we get older.
Whilst social media may not be contributing to the personal skills of younger people, the over 50s recognise that as they grow older and less physically mobile, social media will play a key role in keeping in touch with friends and family.
Martin Lock, chief executive of Silversurfers.com that carried out the research said: ‘We were stunned at the popularity of Facebook.
‘Over 3,000 people completed our survey and the message is clear: Facebook is king of social media for the over-50s.
‘They don’t rate other social media. Our research also revealed that the over-50s use Facebook to check out old flames and show off.’
Article was originally published in Daily Mail