The Psychological Effects of Social Media Use on Adolescent Development: Explore the impact of social media on adolescent identity formation, social relationships, and psychological well-being. Analyze the potential benefits of social media, such as social connectedness and self-expression, as well as the risks, including cyberbullying, social comparison, and excessive screen time. Discuss developmental considerations, such as peer influence, identity exploration, and online privacy concerns, and examine strategies for promoting healthy social media use and digital citizenship among adolescents.