Examining the Impact of Social Media Usage on Adolescent Mental Health and Well-being

1. Introduction 2. Literature Review 2.1. Overview of Social Media Trends 2.2. Adolescent Developmental Psychology 2.3. Mental Health in Adolescents 2.4. Previous Studies on Social Media Impact 3. Methodology 3.1. Research Design 3.2. Sampling Method and Participants 3.3. Data Collection Techniques 4. Social Media Usage Patterns 4.1. Frequency and Duration of Use 4.2. Popular Platforms Among Adolescents 4.3. Types of Content Consumed 5. Effects on Mental Health 5.1. Anxiety and Depression 5.2. Body Image and Self-esteem 5.3. Social Comparison and Loneliness 6. Positive Aspects of Social Media 6.1. Social Support Networks 6.2. Educational Resources Access 6.3. Opportunities for Creativity 7. Discussion 7.1. Interpretation of Findings 7.2. Implications for Mental Health Professionals 7.3. Limitations of the Study 8. Conclusion 8.1. Summary of Key Findings 8.2. Recommendations for Future Research 8.3. Final Thoughts on the Issue