Lilo & Stitch

The purpose of this project is to analyze the impact of social media on young people's mental health. We will examine how social media usage affects young people's self-esteem, body image, and overall psychological well-being. The study will also investigate the prevalence of cyberbullying on social media platforms and its relationship to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Additionally, we aim to explore the role of social media in shaping young people's perceptions of reality and how this may contribute to feelings of inadequacy and loneliness.

To conduct this research, we will employ a mixed-methods approach, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. We will distribute surveys to adolescents and young adults to gather quantitative data on their social media usage habits and their self-reported levels of self-esteem and overall mental health. Additionally, we will conduct in-depth interviews with a subset of participants to gain insight into their personal experiences with social media and its impact on their mental well-being.

Our hypothesis is that heavy social media use will be associated with lower self-esteem and poorer mental health outcomes among young people. We anticipate finding a correlation between frequent exposure to idealized images and lifestyles on social media and negative self-perceptions. Furthermore, we expect to uncover a relationship between cyberbullying experiences and increased levels of anxiety and depression among our participants. Through our qualitative interviews, we hope to gain a deeper understanding of how social media influences young people's perceptions of themselves and the world around them.

The findings of this study will have important implications for understanding the psychological effects of social media on today's youth. By identifying the specific ways in which social media impacts young people's mental health, we can develop targeted interventions and educational programs to promote healthier online behaviors. Ultimately, our goal is to empower young individuals to navigate social media in a way that fosters positive self-image and overall well-being. We believe that this research will contribute to a broader conversation about the role of social media in society and its influence on mental health, and we look forward to sharing our findings with the academic community and the public.

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