A meta-analytic review of social media usage and political participation among youth

Key Points

• Political participation increases with active social media engagement among youth, highlighting digital activism's influence.
• The analysis showed a notable effect size of 0.45 for social media's impact on youth engagement in political activities.
• Meta-analysis of various studies across different regions provides a comprehensive insight into youth political behavior.
• This research emphasizes the need for educators and policymakers to harness social media for enhancing political engagement.