THE PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON YOUNG PEOPLE

Abstract

The rapid development of digital communication has significantly influenced the way people use language today. This article explores the multifaceted psychological impact of social media platforms on the adolescent and young adult population. Social networks and messaging applications have created new forms of communication that are faster and more informal than traditional language. The study analyzes how constant connectivity influences mental well-being and identity formation, focusing on the evolution of modern English in digital spaces