INFLUENCE OF ACTING TECHNIQUES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL SKILLS IN ADOLESCENTS

The article explores the impact of acting techniques on the development of social skills in adolescents.The study aims to demonstrate how acting techniques influence the formation of social skills and their individual components in teenagers.General scientific methods of cognition, such as analysis, synthesis, comparison, generalization, and systematization of scientific information, were employed in the research.The findings indicate that acting skills in the United States have undergone significant evolution, reflecting changes in the cultural and technological environment.Extracurricular theater clubs play a crucial role in developing acting skills by offering individualized programs, access to modern resources, and opportunities for performances and professional growth, making acting accessible to most schools in the U.S. The research confirmed that acting significantly contributes to the development of adolescents' social, cognitive, and emotional abilities.It has been shown that theater activities enhance theory of mind, empathy, and social cognitive processes, altering the corresponding neural networks.These skills are particularly important for children with autism, making theater an effective method of psychosocial intervention.Theater activities significantly promote the development of social competencies by stimulating empathy, interpersonal communication, creativity, and critical thinking.Through group interaction and role-playing, young people strengthen social bonds, increase selfesteem, and build confidence.Additionally, acting classes improve verbal skills and social integration.Moreover, participants in theater clubs acquire additional skills in information technology, media literacy, management, intercultural communication, problem-solving, leadership, and self-awareness, making such activities an effective tool for the comprehensive development of adolescents.The practical significance of the research lies in integrating acting into the educational process as an effective tool for developing adolescents' social and communication skills.