SOCIAL MEDIA'S IMPACT ON ATHLETES, IDENTIFY & MENTAL HEALTH

In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of everyday life. Platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Twitter influence how people communicate, express themselves, and build their identities. In the field of sports, social media has brought a significant transformation by changing how athletes interact with fans, coaches, sponsors, and society. Athletes are no longer recognized only by their performance on the field but also by their online presence.