Transformative Impact of the Digital Age on Youth Mental Health
Navigating Challenges and Embracing Solutions
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22196699 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Latika Tamrakar (Autonomous University of Durango), Samiksha Tamrakar (Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), Varsha Thakur (National Institute of Technology Raipur) |
| Year | 2023 |
| Volume | 4 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Publication date | 2023-12-31 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2582-7472 • E-ISSN: 2582-7472 |
| Publisher | Granthaalayah Publications and Printers (PUBLISHER • IN) |
| DOI | 10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i2.2023.2222 |
| OpenAlex | W4403171724 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 6 |
The digital age has significantly altered the landscape of communication, work, and social interaction, particularly impacting the younger generation. While digital advancements offer numerous benefits, they also introduce challenges to mental health. This paper explores the impact of digital technology on youth mental health, emphasizing social media pressures, digital addiction, cyberbullying, Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), and information overload. It further examines the role of educational institutions in promoting digital literacy and responsible online behavior. By reviewing current literature and proposing interventions, this study provides a comprehensive understanding of how society can mitigate the adverse effects of the digital age on youth mental health
Developmental psychology · Mental health · Psychotherapist · Sociology · Transformative learning · Child Development and Digital Technology · Digital Mental Health Interventions · Impact of Technology on Adolescents · Psychology
| Citation velocity | historical |
|---|---|
| Highly cited | No |