PREVENTIVE STRATEGIES TO COUNTER THE NEGATIVE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON THE BEHAVIOR OF SCHOOL STUDENTS IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES
Keywords:
Cyberbullying, aggression, social isolation, deviant behavior, psychological dependence, online safety, destructive behavior.Abstract
This article examines approaches employed in foreign countries to mitigate the negative impact of social media on the behavior of school students. It analyzes the influence of harmful content disseminated through social media, cyberbullying, and the psychological pressure of the virtual environment on students’ behavior. In addition, the study explores preventive measures implemented in various countries, including the enhancement of digital literacy, strengthening parental and pedagogical supervision, the development of psychological services within school environments, and mechanisms for ensuring a safe online environment. The article also presents the conclusions of international experts regarding the role of social media platforms in the formation of deviant behavior among adolescents. The study concludes with recommendations for applying foreign methodologies aimed at improving students’ media literacy.
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