Los videojuegos como herramienta de socialización y estabilidad mental en jóvenes entre 15 y 24 años.

Abstract

This research work analyzes the impact of video games as socialization tools and their relationship with mental stability in young people between 15 and 24 years old. And we live in a society where video games are an element that has become key in the daily life of this population, which is why it is crucial to understand both the benefits and the risks associated with their use. This thesis addresses how video games act as spaces for social interaction, emotional expression and cognitive development, influencing the construction of identity and the creation of significant interpersonal ties. Psychological mechanisms that facilitate the formation of social relationships in virtual environments are explored, as well as the possible consequences for mental health, both positive and negative. From an interdisciplinary approach that combines psychology and cultural studies, this research seeks to offer a comprehensive vision of how video games can be both a tool for promoting youth well-being and a potential risk when their use is deregulated. The results of this study have a high practical value, since they allow intervention and prevention strategies to be designed, aimed at promoting healthy use of video games, maximizing their advantages and minimizing adverse effects.