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2024 Faculty of Business and Management IDOSR JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION AND ENGLISH

Digital Dynamics: Investigating the Impact of Social Media on Sexual Behavior

Godwin Precious Ashata

Social media has revolutionized communication, transforming how people exchange information and knowledge,particularly among adolescents. Adolescence, a period marked by psychophysical development, emphasizesrelationships and socialization. Today, the internet and social platforms offer accessible avenues for exploringhuman sexuality without traditional constraints. Adolescents use the internet to stay connected with friends andengage in various activities, including exploring sexual content and engaging in cybersex. Unfortunately, this hasled to an alarming increase in risky sexual behavior among youths, with social media exposure playing asignificant role. This paper sheds light on the negative implications of adolescents' social media use, particularlyconcerning risky sexual behavior.Keywords: Social Media, Adolescents, Sexual Behavior, Risky Behavior, Internet Impact