JOURNAL OF Mental Health Concerns
Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): December Edition 2025

The languange of social media and adolescent mental well-being: A case study of the role of social workers in dealing with cyberbullying

Nur Sandy, Bintang Junior (Unknown)
Pandadi, Fadry Ramadan (Unknown)
Ramadhanti, Nayla Qalisha (Unknown)
Dhita, Adinda Fadillah Leila Farah (Unknown)
Rizkyanfi, Mochamad Whilky (Unknown)
Kardeti, Denti (Unknown)
Ibrahim, Syaeful (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Dec 2025

Abstract

Background: The development of social media has significantly changed the communication patterns of adolescents. The language used in digital interactions not only serves as a means of communication but can also affect the emotional state and mental well-being of adolescents. Purpose: To analyze the impact of language use on social media on adolescent mental health and to examine the role of social workers in handling cyberbullying cases. Method: Literature study by collecting data from various sources such as books, scientific journals, and academic articles. Results: The use of negative language such as ridicule, insults, and hate speech can cause stress, depression, and even lower self-confidence in adolescents. Conversely, the use of positive and empathetic language contributes to the creation of a healthy digital environment. Social workers have a strategic role in providing digital literacy education, conducting psychosocial assistance, and building collaborative networks between schools, families, and communities to prevent and handle cyberbullying. Conclusion: A holistic approach that emphasizes language ethics in the virtual world is needed as part of efforts to improve the mental well-being of adolescents in the digital age. Keywords: Adolescent Mental Well-Being; Cyberbullying; Social Worker Intervention.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

mhc

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Nursing Public Health

Description

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