Conduct research in the University Library and on the Internet to answer the following questions related to the short- and long-term c

Conduct research in the University Library and on the Internet to answer the following questions related to the short- and long-term considerations of social media use that results in signs of Internet addiction, depression, and the broader implications on society:

• Why is it important to identify detrimental online and offline behaviors? How do the two intersect?
• What psychological theories best explain the rationale behind users' engagement with social media?
• What types of behaviors are commonly exhibited in the social media space? What are some psychological effects on users?
• Can social media help enhance self-esteem? Explain.
• Can social media lead to feelings of belonging, feelings of isolation, and being an outcast, or both?
• What are some signs that a person's activity in social media is demonstrative of depressive symptoms?
• What are some signs that a person's activity offline is demonstrative of his or her ongoing use of social media?
• How might one address the topic when an individual is suspected of showing signs of depression in relation to his or her social media use?
• What is Internet addiction? What are the signs of Internet addiction? How can it be addressed?

Cite 3 peer-reviewed articles pertaining to the topic of Internet addiction, including leading opinions on this topic. 

Present your findings in 1- to 2-minute narration writing for an audio podcast or video blog  

with a transcript.