How Does Social Media Influence Society and Human Behavior?

 Hi everyone, I’m working on a social science homework assignment about how social media affects society. I’m interested in understanding whether platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook mainly strengthen social connections or contribute to problems such as social isolation, misinformation, and changes in self-image.

For those studying social science, what theories or research methods would be useful for analyzing this topic? I’d also appreciate any suggestions for reliable academic sources or examples of studies I could use for my assignment.

Thanks in advance for any advice!

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