The effect of social media in identity formation in adolescence

Ayushi Agarwal *

University of Manchester, England, United Kingdom.
 
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(03), 775–779
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.3.2685
 
Publication history: 
Received on 25 July 2024; revised on 01 September 2024; accepted on 04 September 2024
 
Abstract: 
This article explores the effects of social media networking sites on identity formation and self- presentation among adolescence. It analyses the positive and negative consequences of social media use on formation of a unique, authentic and coherent identity. Effects such as self – exploration, community building, networking, learning of new skills are some of the many positive effects that have been explored. Nonetheless, scientific evidence indicating negative effects such as decreased self- worth, social comparison, depleting self – concept, identity confusion, augmenting depression and anxiety outweigh the positive consequences of use. This literature does not vindicate a positive or negative effect of social media as that might present a skewed view.
 
Keywords: 
Social Media; Adolescence; Identity Formation; Self- Esteem; Self-Presentation
 
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