The Causes of Adolescents’ Social Anxiety in Social Media

Abstract

This article focuses on adolescents’ social anxiety related to social media. Social anxiety plays a significant role in social media in adolescents’ lives. The literature review examines a multitude of factors that contribute to the development and exacerbation of social anxiety among adolescents who are deeply immersed in the digital realm. Multiple factors contribute to social anxiety, including self-presentation and body image issues, where unrealistic ideals on social media can lower self-worth and cause dissatisfaction; social comparison, which can reduce self-esteem; fear of missing out, leading to inadequacy and anxiety; cyberbullying, which causes victims to be embarrassed and fear of social interactions, and isolation. Also emphasizes the importance of helping adolescents avoid negative social media impacts and build social confidence, suggesting measures like mindfulness and a healthy lifestyle. Future research should focus on the long-term effects of phenomena and interventions, requiring comprehensive, extended studies for insights into sustainability and impact. Identifying and refining effective interventions is key, involving rigorous experimental designs like randomized trials and longitudinal studies to ensure lasting benefits. Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for integrating diverse expertise and achieving robust solutions.