THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON TEENAGERS’ COMMUNICATION SKILLS

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This study explores the growing influence of social media on the communication skills of teenagers in the digital age. As teenagers increasingly rely on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Telegram, their communication patterns undergo significant transformation. Social media encourages creativity, self-expression, and global connectivity; however, it may also weaken important interpersonal abilities such as face-to-face conversation, emotional expression, and academic writing proficiency. Drawing on previous research and a small-scale survey, this paper highlights both the benefits and drawbacks of social media usage among teenagers, emphasizing the need for balanced digital habits.