The Identity Crisis in the Context of Achieving Digital Citizenship

The identity crisis is one of the complex issues facing individuals and societies in the digital age, particularly in the context of digital citizenship. In this era, personal identity intertwines with virtual identity, leading to new challenges individuals face in defining themselves and understanding their place in society, which can result in both internal and external conflicts. Accordingly, this study aims to explore the effects of the identity crisis on individuals in the pursuit of digital citizenship and to present these effects in some detail. The study first addresses the definition of identity, followed by digital identity, highlighting its key aspects and dimensions. Next, it discusses the concept of citizenship in general, followed by digital citizenship and its dimensions. Finally, the study presents the key issues that constitute the identity crisis within the framework of digital citizenship.