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@article{192377,
        author = {ISRAFIL SK},
        title = {The Impact of Vulgarity and Visual Obscenity in the Name of Reel Video Culture in the Present Time: A Sociological Analysis of a Distressed Youth Society},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {9},
        pages = {1324-1325},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=192377},
        abstract = {Digital media has fundamentally transformed patterns of communication, entertainment, and cultural consumption in modern society. In recent times, short-form video platforms—commonly referred to as “Reels”—have gained immense popularity among contemporary youth. While these platforms initially emerged as spaces for creativity and self-expression, a significant portion of reel content has gradually shifted toward vulgarity, visually offensive presentations, and moral degradation. As a result, increasing levels of mental instability, moral confusion, and social disorientation are being observed among young people.
This research paper analyzes the social, cultural, and psychological impacts of obscene and attention-grabbing reel content on today’s youth. Through a qualitative analytical approach, the study demonstrates how digital addiction, algorithm-driven visibility, and the desire for virtual validation accelerate moral decline and weaken traditional social values. Furthermore, the paper discusses the long-term effects of this phenomenon on youth identity formation, mental health, and social cohesion. Finally, several policy-oriented and educational recommendations are presented to promote responsible digital behavior.},
        keywords = {Reel culture, youth society, social media, moral degradation, digital addiction},
        month = {February},
        }