THE ROLE OF SOCIAL NETWORKS IN THE FORMATION OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AMONG ADOLESCENTS

Abstract

The article explores the formation of religious belief in adolescents’ worldview, the role of social networks, and the scientific-theoretical and methodological issues related to this process. It analyzes the theoretical and practical aspects of the problem, as well as the research conducted by Uzbek scholars in this field. Furthermore, the article discusses the concept of information-psychological security, its essence and significance, and examines the importance of establishing effective cooperation between the family, community, and educational institutions in protecting young people from harmful information.