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QUESTION 1
SOCIAL MEDIA IN SOCIALISATION PROCESS OF CHILDREN, TEENAGERS,
AND YOUNG ADULTS IN SOUTH AFRICA.
INTRODUCTION
The majority of South African youth's time is spent on social media sites, which have
become indispensable parts of their everyday lives. Users can converse and amuse
themselves on the platform while interacting with others, which has a significant
impact on their social development. Due to its extensive reach, social media has a
profound impact on young people's social experiences and interactions with others.
, Youth can create their identities on social media platforms and use communication
skills to build relationships.
Social media platforms allow young people to connect with their peers and express
themselves. These digital platforms allow young people to explore facets of
themselves that are not possible to experience in real-world settings. By sharing
personal content, users of the Instagram and TikTok platforms can express
themselves and foster their uniqueness and creativity. The platform connects people
from different places and allows users to build relationships that would not be
possible through traditional social interactions. Users can improve their digital skills
and get ready for the rapidly evolving technological world by using the various
communication methods available on these platforms.
Social media use has two effects:
it affects social behaviour and self-esteem in addition to mental health.
Benefits:
Social connections made on social media give marginalized groups access to vital
support systems.
2. Social media platforms allow users to showcase their skills and ideas to a wider
audience while also allowing them to express themselves creatively.
Adverse Impacts:
Facebook users suffer from anxiety and depression as a result of their incessant
self-comparison, which undermines their self-worth.
3.Cyberbullying causes serious mental health issues and low self-esteem in young
people, which leads to anxiety and depression.
Youth in South Africa can learn about political, social, and cultural issues through
social media platforms.
Youth in South Africa can use social media as a platform to support social
movements and raise awareness of social issues. Through the platform, users can
become more involved in their communities and increase their social awareness of
political and cultural issues.