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Research Questions: 1. How does the frequency and duration of social media usage relate to individuals' stress and anxiety levels? 2. Does the type of content consumed on social media (e.g., positive or negative, comparison-based) influence individuals' self-esteem and body image? 3. What are the associations between social media usage and depressive symptoms in different age groups? Predictions/Hypotheses: 1. It is hypothesized that higher frequency and longer duration of social media usage will be positively correlated with increased stress and anxiety levels. 2. It is predicted that exposure to negatively framed and comparison-based content on social media will be associated with lower self-esteem and more negative body image perceptions compared to exposure to positive and uplifting content. 3. It is expected that higher levels of social media usage will be positively correlated with depressive symptoms, especially in younger age groups. Research Method: Survey Method Strengths and Weaknesses of the Survey Method: Strengths: 1. Efficient data collection: Surveys allow researchers to collect a large amount of data from a diverse sample quickly and efficiently. 2. Anonymity and confidentiality: Participants can respond honestly to sensitive questions without fear of judgment or negative consequences. 3. Standardized data: Surveys employ standardized questions, enabling easy comparison and analysis of responses. Weaknesses: 1. Self-report bias: Participants may provide inaccurate or biased responses due to memory limitations, social desirability bias, or misunderstanding of the questions. 2. Limited depth of information: Surveys often provide limited insights into complex behaviors or experiences, as they rely on brief responses and predetermined answer choices. 3. Lack of control over variables: Researchers have limited control over the survey environment and may need to be able to account for all confounding variables.

Potential Ethical Concerns: 1. Informed consent: Participants should be fully informed about the purpose of the study, potential risks, and benefits before deciding to participate. 2. Privacy and confidentiality: Researchers must ensure the anonymity and confidentiality of participants' data, especially when collecting sensitive information related to mental health. 3. Voluntary participation: Participants should be free to choose whether or not to participate without facing any pressure or negative consequences. 4. Debriefing and support: Researchers should provide debriefing information and resources to participants, particularly if the study uncovers distressing or triggering content related to mental health.

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