Why do people on SW feel the need to critique or criticize questions?

In the grand scheme of whatever you believe, does what gets posted on SW really impact anyone's life? Do people get off on being demeaning because they can be anonymous?

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JovialPlutonian · 36-40, M

Why does criticism have to be seen as negative? Can it not be constructive if the other isn't overly defensive and holding on to their beliefs? If your views are closed and therefore limited cause more damage to the individual holding on to their beliefs? Is a fresh perspective not beneficial in expanding it?

Imaginethat · 61-69, M

@JovialPlutonian constructive & thoughtful criticism is fine. Responding to demean or imply that the person posting has some sort of mental deficiency is not necessary.

JovialPlutonian · 36-40, M

@Imaginethat well that's just ignorance on their part