The internet as a means of youth leisure sphere

Transformations occurring within society resulted in changes in sociocultural landscape of leisure sphere. As a unique social group, youth are especially open to these innovations. Contemporary leisure activities offer a wide range of types to satisfy young people's spiritual, sociocultural, moral, and other needs. Through these activities, many young people achieve their potential and develop abilities.This way youth find self-fulfilment. At this time, they remain free of professional and domestic responsibilities. Thus, leisure has become an essential aspect of young people's lives. Over the past decade, information technologies have had a special influence on youth leisure, fundamentally altering usual communication patterns. Consequently, the internet's role as a leisure sphere is highly significant and relevant. Modern digital practices are reshaping how youth engage with leisure, and not always unequivocally. The internet serves as a key element of the new information society. It offers insights into youth's lives, their values, perspectives, and interests. Therefore, current changes in youth's lives necessitate new approaches to integrating this generation into the information society. 

leisure, culture, youth, Internet, leisure sphere