The Impact of Social Media On Mental Health and Wellbeing A Comparative Study

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health and Well-being
A SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL RESEARCH PAPER
PRESENTED TO THE
FACULTY OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
OF AMACC BAGUIO
IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS
FOR THE SUBJECT PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1
JOHN ALEXIS L. CUPIDA
JULY 2023
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· Title
· Statement of the Problem
· Significance of the study
· Research Questions
· Research Instrument (5 Interview Questions OR 5 Survey Questions)
· Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data (Use of charts/graphs with

interpretation)
· Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendation
Research Respondents: 15
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM:
This research aims to explore the potential impact of social media usage on mental
health and well-being among individuals of different age groups. It seeks to
investigate the relationship between social media engagement and psychological
factors such as self-esteem, loneliness, anxiety, and depression.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY:
Understanding the effects of social media on mental health is crucial in today's

digitally connected society. This research will contribute to existing knowledge by
providing insights into the potential risks and benefits of social media use. The
findings can inform mental health professionals, educators, and policymakers about
the appropriate strategies to mitigate negative impacts and promote positive mental
well-being in relation to social media.
RESEARCH QUESTIONS:
1. Do you believe that social media use has an impact on your mental health and
overall well-being?
2. What is the association between social media engagement and feelings of

loneliness?
3. Does excessive social media usage contribute to increased levels of anxiety and
depression?
4. Do individuals who experience cyberbullying on social media platforms have

higher rates of mental health problems compared to those who do not experience
cyberbullying?
5. Does excessive social media use have a negative impact on mental health and
well-being?
Research Instrument:
1. Are there differences in the mental health and well-being of those using social
media sites at different frequencies?
2. How often do you feel lonely or isolated as a result of your social media use?
(Choose one: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently, Almost Always)
3. Rate your level of anxiety on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being not at all anxious and 5
being extremely anxious. To what extent do you think social media use contributes to
your anxiety?
4. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being not at all depressed and 5 being extremely

depressed, rate your level of depression and how much you believe social media
use affects it.
5. Do you primarily engage in positive or negative online interactions? (Choose one:
Positive, Negative, Both Equally)
Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data:
All social media users in the sample (N = 4083) are split by female (N = 2698) and
male (N = 1385), and the frequency with which they use each social media platform
given as either ‘Daily’, ‘Less than daily’ or ‘Never’. Labels on the stacked charts give
the precise percentage of the group in each of the frequencies for each platform.
A high level of awareness (at least 75 percent) about the negative impact of heavy
use of social media on mental health among mental health practitioners. Slightly half
of the participants rated themselves to have minimal/somewhat knowledge, while the
other half are average/very knowledgeable. The majority of respondents (around
two-thirds) identified as having moderate knowledge of the impact social media has
on mental health, whereas less than one-fourth of participants rated themselves as
very knowledgeable and the remaining respondents rated themselves as minimal.
Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendation:
Based on the analysis and interpretation of the data, a summary of the findings will
be provided, highlighting the key relationships and trends observed. The conclusions
drawn from the research will address the research questions and provide insights
into the impact of social media on mental health and well-being. Finally,
recommendations will be offered to mental health professionals, educators, and
policymakers on how to promote healthier social media usage and enhance mental
well-being in light of the findings.

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The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health and Well-being

A SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL RESEARCH PAPER

FACULTY OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS

FOR THE SUBJECT PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1

JOHN ALEXIS L. CUPIDA

FONT STYLE: TIMES NEW ROMAN or ARIAL

CHAPTER AND TITLES: BOLD and ALL CAPS

· Statement of the Problem

· Significance of the study

· Research Instrument (5 Interview Questions OR 5 Survey Questions)

· Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data (Use of charts/graphs with

· Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendation

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM:

Understanding the effects of social media on mental health is crucial in today's

2. What is the association between social media engagement and feelings of

4. Do individuals who experience cyberbullying on social media platforms have

4. On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being not at all depressed and 5 being extremely

Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data:

Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendation:

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