Article written in collaboration with @domiziaromani.psicologa Abstract This article analyzes the phenomenon of algorithmic polarization as a contemporary evolution of mass dynamics studied by classical social psychology. Starting from the founding theories of Le Bon, Freud, and Tarde, we examine how social media algorithms have automated and amplified collective psychological mechanisms, creating digital ecosystems characterized by filter bubbles and echo chambers. The analy

Article written in collaboration with @CUPOFTHERAPY Introduction: Mental health and the digital environment In recent years, the smartphone has become a constant presence in daily life, accompanying moments of pause, anticipation, boredom, and even emotional regulation. Continuous access to social media has transformed the way people seek distraction, connection, and emotional restraint, making the line between functional use and automatic use increasingly blurred. Many users