Dinamika Kekerasan dalam Media Sosial dan Tantangan Pendidikan Bagi Pelajar di Purwakarta

The use of social media has a significant influence on violence and harassment. This is the basisthe need for supervision and guidance from parents, teachers and the community so that students in Purwakarta can be more alert and wise in using social media. This research was conducted in four schools in Purwakarta, namelySMA Negeri 2 Purwakarta, SMA Negeri 3 Purwakarta, SMKN 2 Purwakarta and SMKN 3 Linggabuana with a total sample of 371 respondents.The technique used in data collection was carried out using structured interviews, questionnaires and non-participant observation. The research results showSocial media that are popular with students in Purwakarta include WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Telegram, Snapchat, Twitter, Line and Tumblr. The duration of student social media use in Purwakarta is between one to two hours per day to more than five hours per day. The results of descriptive statistics on the use of social media among students in Purwakarta Regency are 1205.76, which indicates they are in the good category. Students take advantage of the use of social media to build relationships and communicate with distant family or old friends, search for the latest information and news, as a means of entertainment, as a source of learning, a place to discuss and exchange insights and seek inspiration and motivation.