TO THE SOCIAL NETWORKS OF YOUNGSTERS ADDICTION PREVENTION

Abstract

The era of technology, which is leaving its mark in the modern society, has made human life easier, but it also exposes it to many dangers. Over time, the Internet and social networks are replacing traditional means of communication. This article examines addiction to social networks, which is becoming a disease of society, and the ways and methods of its prevention. Emphasis is placed on the pedagogical, psychological and social aspects of social media addiction in order to demonstrate the widespread impact of the social network space on the individual and society as a whole. Presents current trends and statistics that highlight the urgency of the issue. In the article, educational institutions, parents and pedagogic-psychological experts are invited to interact in order to develop and implement effective measures to prevent the addiction of adolescents to social networks.