• Anjali Verma

Social media is a computer-based technology that facilitates the interchange of ideas, views, and information via the establishment of virtual networks and communities. Social media is designed to be internet-based, allowing individuals to exchange information quickly and easily. The material includes personal information, papers, videos, and photos. Web-based software or programmes on a computer, tablet, or smartphone are used by users to connect with social media. While social media is commonly utilised in the United States and Europe, it is not generally used in the rest of the world., Asian nations such as Indonesia are at the top of the list. Social media is used by over 3.8 billion people worldwide. Utilizing social media Web surfing is one of today's most popular activities for both children and adults. teenagers. Such websites provide the most up-to-date information. Youth have grown up with the internet as a source of entertainment and communication. In recent years, it has grown at an exponential rate. Parents and teachers are made aware of the situation. Because of the nature of social networking platforms, kids are unaware that not all of them are safe. This paper provides a detailed overview on effects of social media on youth. In future, there is a pragmatic scope of more research to explore the positive as well as negative impacts in a more pragmatic manner on the youth globally.

Social Media, Networking, Facebook, Impact, Youth.

"Effects of Social Media on Youth: A Review Paper", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 9, page no.287-292, September 2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIRFH06049.pdf

"Effects of Social Media on Youth: A Review Paper", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 9, page no. pp287-292, September 2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIRFH06049.pdf