👉 Adolescent computing refers to the specific ways in which teenagers interact with and utilize digital technologies, including smartphones, social media platforms, gaming consoles, and other devices. This field examines how adolescents' unique developmental stages, social dynamics, and preferences shape their online behaviors, digital literacy, and the impact of technology on their identity formation, peer relationships, and mental health. It highlights the dual nature of technology as both a tool for empowerment and a source of challenges, such as cyberbullying, privacy concerns, and the pressure to conform to digital trends. Understanding adolescent computing is crucial for educators, parents, and policymakers to support healthy tech use and mitigate potential negative effects while fostering positive digital engagement.
