Neoliberalismo e cibercultura: as redes sociais, os jogos digitais e a saúde mental dos jovens no século XXI

Abstract

This course conclusion work aims to address the encounter between neoliberal ideology and cyberculture, highlighting the impact of social networks and digital games on the mental health of contemporary young people. The study seeks to understand how ideas and practices associated with neoliberalism permeate the structure and functioning of digital platforms, highlighting their social and economic dynamics. By focusing on social networks and digital games, we sought to investigate how young people's experiences are affected by these technologically established dynamics, taking into account the pressures of neoliberalism that can manifest themselves in this context. It is also highlighted how the constant search for social validation, online competition and standards of digital success can have negative repercussions on young people's mental health.