THE INTERCONNECTED ASPECTS OF THE FOUR KEY FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE RISE OF ADOLESCENT AGGRESSION
Keywords:
Adolescent aggression, emotional instability, neurochemical imbalance, hormonal changes, identity formation. social adaptation, impulsivity, unhealthy dietary habits, physical inactivity, stress hormones (cortisol, testosterone, estrogen), depression, anxiety, social media influence, virtual role models, value distortion, emotional dysregulation, behavioral psychology, neuropsychological development, milton Rokeach’s value theory, preventive interventions.Abstract
This thesis explores the multifaceted determinants of adolescent aggression, emphasizing the interconnected roles of biological, psychological, and socio-environmental factors. It identifies four key contributors: (1) hormonal and psychological changes during adolescence, leading to emotional instability and identity struggles; (2) unhealthy dietary habits disrupting neurochemical balance and increasing impulsivity; (3) physical inactivity exacerbating stress, depression, and aggression; and (4) the pervasive influence of social media, promoting aggressive behaviors through virtual role models. The thesis highlights how these factors interact, creating a cycle of value distortion and emotional dysregulation. By integrating Milton Rokeach’s value theory, the research proposes strategies to restore health-based values, such as balanced nutrition and physical activity, to mitigate aggression. This work offers a scientific foundation for developing interventions to improve adolescent mental health and social adaptation.
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