Features of Youth Socialization in the Era of Digitalization: Internet Addiction and Its Inherent Deviations

The research is devoted to the systematization of theoretical and practical knowledge about Internet addiction in young people. A significant part of the work is the analysis of the risks of internet addiction in terms of social health, which the authors understand as a person’s ability to interact with society and establish strong social ties without the risk of psychological problems and deterioration of physical health. Particular attention is paid to the study of the impact of digital technologies on the education system. It examines in detail both the positive aspects of using digital tools in education – access to a huge amount of information, new opportunities for interaction with teachers and classmates, and the development of digital competencies – and the negative consequences, including a decrease in concentration, a limitation of live communication, an increase in information overload, and, as a result, an increased risk of developing Internet addiction. In conclusion, a system of measures for the prevention of Internet addiction and a comprehensive approach to its elimination is presented.