The next generation is growing up in a world where they can communicate with people across the world in several ways, rather than through physical meetings.  They can use social media, online games, messaging apps and virtual classrooms to meet many people and make friends. These digital platforms play an important role for the kids and teenagers when they are figuring out who they are (identity) and learning about themselves. This is called as socialisation. Digital socialisation is when kids learn how to behave, what is okay and not okay when they are online. Digital socialisation can be healthy because it helps kids make friends and learn things. It can also be unhealthy for their minds. Digital socialisation is a part of their lives, and it affects them in many ways.  The Changing Nature of Social Development Traditional socialisation happens through family, school and community. Now, digital platforms are also important in socialisation. Research…