Introduction   Adolescence is a crucial stage of life marked by significant changes in both the body and the brain.  As young people navigate this transformative period, social media has become an integral part of  their daily lives, influencing how they interact, learn, and shape their identities. As an educator  and someone who would like to be involved in educational planning someday, I am deeply  interested in guiding both parents and children toward healthy social media

Adolescence (typically ages 10 to 19) is a crucial developmental period characterized by rapid cognitive, emotional, and social growth (APA, 2018). During this stage, teenagers navigate increasing demands for independence, identity formation, and academic development. Our research explores how incorporating play-based learning (PBL) into secondary education can fundamentally transform the classroom to meet adolescents' core psychological needs and strengthen vital teacher-stu