Qualitative Study Flashcards
Describe the objective of the qualitative study on social media and youth mental health,
The objective was to explore the lived experiences of youth to understand how social medial can contribute to positive mental health among youth.
How was the data for the study on social media’s impact on youth mental health collected?
Data was collected through 25 semistructured interviews and 11 focus group discussion with male and female youth aged 15 to 25 years in Singapore.
Define the three features of social medial consumption that influence positive mental health among youth.
The three features are connection with friends and their global community, engagement with social media content, and the value of social media as an outlet of expression.
What methodology was used to analyze the data in the study on social media and mental health.
Inductive thematic analysis and concept mapping were used to analyze the data.
Explain the significance of the study’s finding regarding social media’s role in youth mental health.
The finding suggest that social media can serve as a platform for building positive mental health by facilitating connections, engagement and self-expression among youth.
Describe the impact of smartphones and internet use on youth communication,
Smartphone and internet use have expanded opportunities for youth to engage in many to many communication through social media, contrasting wtih tradtional one to one and one to many communication methods
How had smartphone ownership among adolescents changed form 2012 to 2018 in the United States.
The proportions of adolescents with smartphone in the United States increased from 44% in 2023 to an estimated 89% in 2018.
Define mental well-being in the context of social media use among adolescents.
Mental well-being encompasses positive aspects of mental health, including happiness, life satisfaction, positive relationships, a positive outlook, and personal growth
What are some potential negative effects of excessive social medial engagement?
Excessive social media engagement can leaf to cyberbullying, social isolation, stress, depression, and harmful behaviors such as addictions, self-harm, and suicidality.
How do social media platforms contribute to youth identity and self-presentation?
Social media platforms allow youth to connect with others, express creativity, and assert their self-identity through various forms of content.
Describe the age range of the youth selected for the study.
The study selected youth aged 15 to 24.
How was the sample designed to ensure diversity among participants?
The sample included equal proportions of male and female participants, youth from 15-19 and 20-24 and individuals from the three main ethnic groups in Singapore (Chinese, Malay, and Indian_ along with a smaller number from other ethnic groups.
Define the significance of the selected age group of the study.
The age group 15-24 is significant as it represents critical transitional life stages, making it an ideal period to introduce mental health interventions.
What recruitment methods were used to gather participants for the study?
Participants were recruited through a referrals from colleagues and acquaintances, study brochures for snowball recruitment, and referrals from community-based youth welfare services,
How did the study address the inclusion of youth with psychological distress or risky beheaviros.
The study made efforts to include participants with experiences of physiological distress, school drop out, or risky behaviors, such as gang participation or substance use, to represent a wider community of youth beyond those in academic settings.
