Youth Crime in the Age of Digital Influence and Peer Pressure

Author(s)	Mr. Janagam Rajaram, Prof. M. Swarna Latha
Country	India
Abstract	Juvenile delinquency has become a prominent societal issue in the modern digital age, when technical progress, social media engagement, and peer influence significantly impact behaviour. The increased availability of digital platforms has altered conventional teenage contact patterns, heightening exposure to illicit material, cyber delinquency, and peerinfluenced illegal acts. This research investigates the correlation between digital impact, peer pressure, and juvenile engagement in illegal behaviours. The study employs a quantitative methodology using survey techniques to examine behavioural trends among individuals aged 15 to 25 years. The results demonstrate that excessive social media exposure, online peer approval, and the digital normalisation of deviant behaviour substantially contribute to teenage criminality. The research underscores the need for enhanced digital literacy initiatives, parental oversight, and proactive legislative interventions to reduce juvenile delinquency in the digital era.
Keywords	Youth Crime, Digital Influence, Peer Pressure, Social Media Impact, Cyber Delinquency, Juvenile Behaviour, Online Exposure, Digital Environment.
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2026
Published On	2026-01-02

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