SELF-COMPARISON AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE: SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE PROBLEM OF SELF-DISSATISFACTION

Nowadays, comparing oneself to others is becoming increasingly common among young people. Someone else’s stylish clothes, expensive phone, achievements, or seemingly happy life on social media can sometimes make a person feel dissatisfied with their own life. This article examines the reasons why young people compare themselves to others, the role of social media in this process, and its impact on self-confidence. Drawing on international research, the article analyzes several aspects of this issue and offers recommendations for reducing its negative effects.