Achieving Well-being in a Digital World in the Context of Children and Young People’s Needs: Individual and Social Dimensions of the Issue
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https://doi.org/10.12775/SPI.2024.4.009Keywords
digital well-being, children, youth, digital skills, online opportunities, online risksAbstract
The goal of this article is to show the multidimensional nature of digital well-being, in both individual and social dimensions. It describes the components that contribute to overall quality of life in the digital sphere from the point of view of young digital media users, with a particular focus on the informational and communicative aspects. The text scrutinizes the diversity of theoretical and practical approaches, as well as details the capacities and conditions that are required today to maintain a balance in the use of new technologies. These include navigating the digital media space efficiently and safely, mitigating potential risks, and capitalizing on its opportunities.
The supportive roles of parents and teachers in helping the younger generation achieve well-being in the digital media world are also discussed. The article presents and analyzes recent research findings that reveal the extent of children and young people’s immersion in digital spaces and the emerging trends associated with this phenomenon. Additionally, it points out current patterns and transformations in media use that have an impact on the overall individual well-being.
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