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THREATS TO ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH: TECHNOLOGY AND STRESS
Yo’ldoshev Azimjon Zafarjon ugli
Kokond university Andijon Branch, 2nd stage , 203
rd
group student , treatment work
[ For Correspondence: zafarjonivich5@gmail.com ]
Abstract:
In the article, the relationship between technology and stress on the mental health
of adolescents is scientifically based. It aims to improve the mental health of the population
and prevent suicide due to low self-esteem as a result of indirect effects of technology.
Keywords;
mental health, technology, stress, phone addiction, depression, anxiety, social
media, mental health, academic stress.
Introduction;
Adolescence is one of the most sensitive stages in human development
psychological, physical and social changes occur at this stage [1]. In today's era of
globalization and technology, the issue of mental health of adolescents has become one of
the urgent problems. Rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide among adolescents have
increased significantly over the past decade. Suicide is the second leading cause of death
among children and adolescents aged 10 to 19 years worldwide [4]. Being on social media
for more than 3 hours a day increases the level of anxiety and depression by 25% [2]. In an
international study conducted in 2024, more than 60% of adolescents aged 15-18
complained of sleep disturbances and fatigue due to academic stress. The relevance of the
topic is that early identification of these problems and the development of effective
strategies are necessary to ensure a healthy future of society.
The purpose of the study
To study the factors affecting the mental health of adolescents and to develop
recommendations to alleviate these problems. Exploring the impact of technology and stress
on adolescent mental health. Make recommendations to parents, teachers, and health care
professionals. Social networks: Constantly seeing images of the "ideal" life makes teenagers
compare themselves to others [3], which leads to low self-esteem. In order to study these
problems, technologies among teenager. A study was conducted to determine the level of
dependence and stress, the results of the study are presented below.
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Results for phone addiction (medium level). Total participants Phone addiction Phone
addiction (medium level) in percentages. The graph above depicts the results of a survey
conducted to determine phone addiction: Total number of participants: 63, 31 girls and 32
boys. Phone addiction (moderate level): 6 girls and 9 boys. Girls: 19.4% (6 people). Boys:
28.1% (9 people). As can be seen from the graph, the average level of phone addiction
among boys is a higher percentage than that of girls.
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Mild depression in percentages. This graph depicts the results in percentages for adolescents
with mild depression: Girls: 16.1% (5 people). Boys: 18.8% (6 people). As can be seen from
the graph, the mild level of depression has relatively close indicators among girls and boys.
This shows the need to focus on mental health and the importance of preventive measures.
Research result
Phone Addiction: According to the results of the questionnaire, 6 girls (19.4%) and 9 boys
(28.1%) out of a total of 63 teenagers are moderately addicted to the phone. These results
indicate that phone addiction is more common among boys.Mild depression:
5 girls (16.1%) and 6 boys (18.8%) from a total of 63 teenagers were found to have
symptoms of mild depression. This suggests that depressive symptoms are relatively evenly
distributed between girls and boys. Adverse effects of phone addiction and depression:
Effects on mental health: Phone addiction causes mental problems like depression and
anxiety. Sitting in front of a screen for long periods of time leads to social isolation and
increases feelings of loneliness [5]. Disruption of sleep quality: Using phones late at night
affects the production of melatonin, which leads to insomnia. Lack of sleep has a negative
effect on the studies and daily activities of teenagers. Physical health problems: Spending a
lot of time in front of the screen disrupts the posture, causes neck and back pain. Phone
addiction leads to reduced physical activity and increases the risk of obesity. Weakening of
social connections: Phone addiction limits teenagers from real-life social relationships.
Spending too much time on virtual relationships will cool family and friendly relationships.
Effects on mental state: Stress increases anxiety and reduces concentration. Long-term stress
can lead to depression and mental strain. Physiological effects: Constant stress increases the
risk of cardiovascular diseases. It weakens the immune system, which increases
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susceptibility to diseases. Effects on academic performance: Stress reduces the ability to
concentrate and leads to academic failure. It disrupts short-term memory and complicates
the learning process. Social problems: In stressful situations, teenagers avoid
communication with loved ones. Severe stress can increase aggression and cause social
conflicts.
Conclusions and recommendations
As phone addiction is particularly high among boys, it is important to develop programs that
encourage beneficial and limited use of technology for teenagers. Parents and teachers
should provide regular information on reducing the risks of technology. Programs aimed at
early detection of depression symptoms and mental health support are needed. Strengthening
the activities of psychological counseling services and stress management training should be
organized in schools. Healthy living among teenagersPromoting healthy lifestyles, including
physical activity and healthy sleep patterns, is important in reducing mental health problems.
Fostering open communication between parents, schools and adolescents in the community
can be effective in preventing depression and phone addiction.
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1.
Yuldashev A. "Mental health of teenagers and its social factors". Tashkent: Science
Publishing House, 2022. - 215 p.
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Karimov B. "Stress and its impact on youth psychology." Tashkent: New age generation,
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. Usmonova D. "Psychological dangers of modern technologies." Samarkand: Ilm zia,
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4.
World Health Organization (WHO). "Adolescent mental health." Official website:
https://www.who.int.
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American Psychological Association (APA). "Impact of Technology on Youth Mental
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