Artem A. Karelskii

The research presented in this article focuses on the influence of youth subcultures on adolescent identity construction in modern society. The paper examines both the positive and negative effects of subculture membership, as well as the mechanisms of identity formation in this context. Based on the study's findings, the author concludes that youth subcultures play a dual role: they can act as catalysts for personal identity development, but they also carry the potential for social stigma and conflict.