Last week, you chose a healthcare topic that interests you, conducted research into this topic, and completed an outline to organize your information in a clear and logical manner. This week, you will

Week 1 Assignment: Creating the Outline

I. Draft Thesis Statement: The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

II. Body Paragraphs

A. Body Paragraph 1: The Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health

1. Topic sentence: First and foremost, social media can negatively affect mental health.

2. Supporting evidence and ideas

a) Supporting detail According to studies, using social media is associated with elevated levels of anxiety, despair, and loneliness.

b.) Supporting detail: Social networking can lead to negative self-comparison and inflated expectations.

c.) Supporting detail: Negative results for mental health can also result from the ongoing demand for affirmation and the pressure to project a perfect image online.

3. Concluding sentence: The use of social media can be harmful to mental health.

B. Body Paragraph 2: The Positive Effects of Social Media on Mental Health

1. Topic sentence: Additionally, social media can have positive effects on mental health.

Supporting evidence and ideas

2. Supporting evidence and ideas

a) Supporting detail: Social media can give people who struggle with mental health a sense of community and support.

b.) Supporting detail: It can also be used to advocate for and raise awareness of problems with mental health.

c.) Supporting detail: Social media can provide access to resources and support that may not be available otherwise.

3. Concluding sentence: Social media can hurt mental health, but it's also crucial to consider its possible benefits.

C. Body Paragraph 3: Strategies for Promoting Positive Mental Health on Social Media

1. Topic sentence: Lastly, there are strategies that individuals can use to promote positive mental health while using social media.

2. Supporting evidence and ideas

a) Supporting detail: Setting boundaries around social media use can help prevent negative effects.

b.) Supporting detail: Positive outcomes in terms of mental health can also be influenced by participating in constructive online networks and avoiding harmful or offensive content.

c.) Supporting detail: An environment on social media can be made more positive by practicing self-awareness, encouraging positivism, and offering support.

3. Concluding sentence: While utilizing social media, users need to be accountable for their mental health.

III. Restatement of Thesis: It is up to individuals to be cautious with their usage of social media and take action to encourage healthy results because social media can have both positive and bad effects on mental health.