Sydney McNaughton

Blog Post #5: How does social media affect the development of teenagers – round 3 of research

In today’s world, social media plays a big role in how teenagers see themselves and express who they are. Most teens use platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat daily, making social media a major part of their identity during their teen years (1). These years of our lives are really […]

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Blog Post #4 Inquiry Project: How does social media affect the development of teenagers – Round two of research

In today’s world, social media is built into the everyday life of teenagers. The average teen spends around 4.8 hours a day on social media (1), so as you’d expect, many teens begin forming relationships with other users all around the world. These online relationships can be super positive as […]

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Blog Post #3 Inquiry Project: How does social media affect the development of teenagers – Round one of research

Social media plays a huge role in teenagers lives, which shapes how we see ourselves and the world around us(7). Many teens assume social media helps them stay connected and express themselves, but research shows the impact is a mix of both positive and negative effects. As scrolling, posting, and […]

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Blog post #2: How social media affects the development of teenagers – My research plan

My first research question is, how does social media impacts teenagers mental health? Many teens spend hours online every day, constantly comparing themselves to what they see, whether it’s influencers, friends, or random strangers who seem to have “perfect” lives. These content interactions can lead to low self esteem, body […]

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Blog #1: How social media has affected the development of teenagers in the modern day society.

This question interests me because social media has become such a huge part of our everyday lives, especially for teenagers. It’s how most people communicate, share what they’re doing, and stay connected with friends. Apps like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are part of our daily routine. However, it has also made me […]

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