Adolescent Behavior on Social Networks in the Context of Safety

Authors

  • Varduhi Papoyan Yerevan state Universaty
  • Alina Galstyan Yerevan state Universaty
  • Elena Muradyan Yerevan state Universaty
  • Rima Poghosyan Yerevan state Universaty
  • Mariam Manukyan Yerevan state Universaty

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46991/BYSU:E/2024.15.1.065

Keywords:

Teenagers' behavior on social networks, Cyberbullying, Social networks, Communication, General education process

Abstract

This article delves into the impact of social networks on adolescents concerning their well-being and safety. It discusses the ambivalence of social media's influence on adolescents, exploring their communication patterns, interactions, and its effect on the overall educational process. Additionally, it examines how social networks affect adolescents, considering the nuances of the educational institutions they attend. Special attention is given to the issue of cyberbullying. A questionnaire was developed to identify destructive behaviors among social network users that most concern adolescents regarding their safety. The study aims to understand adolescent behavior and attitudes toward social networks concerning their well-being and safety. Variations in adolescent behavior on social networks were observed based on the type of school they attend. The study adapted and employed scales to distinguish between adolescents' behavior on social networks outside of school and within school premises. Both positive and negative effects of social networks on adolescent behavior were identified through the study. Tables presenting correlation analyses between indicators of adolescent behavior on social networks at school and outside school, along with structured interview results, are provided. The article highlights the content aspects of teenagers' behavior on the internet and social networks, emphasizing the relevance of cyberbullying among teenagers. It concludes by emphasizing the necessity of cyber awareness among adolescents to ensure psychological safety and security in the virtual realm.

Author Biographies

Varduhi Papoyan, Yerevan state Universaty

PhD of Psychological Sciences, Professor of YSU General Psychology Chair, Senior Researcher of YSU Psychology Research Center

Alina Galstyan, Yerevan state Universaty

Lecturer of YSU of YSU General Psychology Chair, Researcher of YSU Psychology Research Center

Elena Muradyan, Yerevan state Universaty

 PhD of Biological Sciences, researcher of YSU Psychology Research Center

Rima Poghosyan, Yerevan state Universaty

PhD of Student at YSU Chair of Management and Business

Mariam Manukyan, Yerevan state Universaty

applicant of YSU General Psychology Chair

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Published

2023-04-05

How to Cite

Papoyan, V., Galstyan, A., Muradyan, E., Poghosyan, R., & Manukyan, M. (2023). Adolescent Behavior on Social Networks in the Context of Safety. Bulletin of Yerevan University E: Philosophy, Psychology, 15(1 (43), 65–75. https://doi.org/10.46991/BYSU:E/2024.15.1.065

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Section

PSYCHOLOGY