Exploring the Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Self-Esteem and Identity Formation

1. Introduction 1.1. Background of the Study 1.2. Research Objectives 1.3. Methodology Overview 2. Literature Review 2.1. Adolescents and Social Media 2.2. Self-Esteem Theory 2.3. Identity Formation Theory 2.4. Previous Related Studies 3. Theoretical Framework 3.1. Concepts of Self-Esteem 3.2. Identity Formation in Adolescents 3.3. Social Media Influence Theories 4. Research Methodology 4.1. Research Design 4.2. Data Collection Methods 4.3. Sampling Techniques 4.4. Ethical Considerations 5. Analysis of Social Media Use 5.1. Patterns of Usage Among Adolescents 5.2. Popular Platforms Impact 5.3. Engagement and Interaction Types 6. Effects on Self-Esteem 6.1. Positive Influences 6.2. Negative Impacts 6.3. Moderating Factors 7. Implications for Identity Formation 7.1. Identity Exploration 7.2. Formation of Self-Concept 7.3. Social Comparison Effects 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1. Summary of Findings 8.2. Implications for Stakeholders 8.3. Recommendations for Future Research