Research Proposal

Project Title:
The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

Research Problem:
The widespread adoption of social media has led to an increased prevalence of mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety. This study will investigate the impact of social media on mental health, with a focus on how it affects different age groups.

Research Objective:
The objective of this research is to understand the impact of social media on mental health, with a particular focus on how it affects different age groups. The research will also explore the potential underlying causes of mental health issues associated with social media use.

Research Questions:
1. What is the impact of social media on mental health?
2. How does social media use affect different age groups?
3. What are the potential underlying causes of mental health issues associated with social media use?

Methodology:
This research will use a mixed-methods approach, including both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. Qualitative data will be collected through interviews and focus groups with participants from different age groups. Quantitative data will be collected through surveys and analysis of existing data.

Timeline:
This research project will be completed within 6 months. The first two months will be devoted to developing the research design, recruiting participants, and collecting qualitative data. The following two months will be devoted to collecting quantitative data and analyzing the data. The final two months will be devoted to writing up the research findings and preparing the final report.