THE EFFECT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON TEEN’S BEHAVIORS

Abstract

This paper examines the impact of social media on teenagers’ behaviors. With the rise of social media platforms in recent years, adolescents have become increasingly engaged in online interactions, leading to significant changes in their attitudes, emotions, and behaviors. Social media platforms, while offering unparalleled opportunities for socialization, self-expression, and information access also present significant challenges including cyberbullying, privacy issues, and an increased risk of mental health problems. At the same time, we can not imagine our lives without social networks in today’s developing age. First, by teaching the young generation how to use social networks, it is possible to teach them the knowledge and skills of social networks. In this research paper, I tried to find out their interest in the phone and the internet, as well as how many hours they spend on the Internet, through questions from 30 students using the qualitative method. Conversely, social media can also support teenage identity formation, provide educational content, and foster connections with peers who share similar interests. The findings emphasize the need for a collaborative approach among parents, and educators to support teenagers in achieving a balanced and healthy digital life.