TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE
ABSTRACT
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Research Hypothesis
1.6 Significance of the Study
1.7 Scope of the Study
1.8 Limitations of the Study
1.9 Organization of the Study
1.10 Definition of Terms
REFERENCES
CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Theoretical Review
2.2.1 Social Information Processing Theory (SIPT)
2.2.2 Social Penetration Theory (SPT)
2.2.3 Uses and Gratifications Theory (UGT)
2.2.4 The Displacement Hypothesis
2.3 Conceptual Review
2.3.1 Overview of Key Concepts
2.3.2 Social Media and Communication Patterns
2.3.3 Impact on Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
2.3.4 Social Media and Social Anxiety
2.3.5 Strengthening and Weakening Relationships
2.3.6 Social Skills Development in the Digital Age
2.3.7 Social Media and Relationship Conflicts
2.3.8 The Role of Social Media in Shaping Identity
2.3.9 Impact on Family Relationships
2.3.10 Social Media as a Tool for Social Support
2.4 Empirical Review
2.5 Summary of Literature Reviews
REFERENCES
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Area of Study
3.4 Population of the Study
3.5 Sample Size Determination
3.6 Sampling Technique
3.7 Instrumentation
3.8 Validity and Reliability of the Instrument
3.9 Method of Data Collection
3.10 Method of Data Analysis
3.11 Ethical Considerations
3.12 Limitations of the Methodology
3.13 Summary
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Demographic Characteristics of Respondents
4.3 Analysis of Responses Based on Research Objectives
4.4 Test of Hypothesis
4.5 Discussion of Findings
4.6 Summary
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Summary of the Study
5.3 Conclusion
5.4 Recommendations
5.4.1 Recommendations for Students
5.4.2 Recommendations for University Administrators
5.4.3 Recommendations for Parents and Guardians
5.4.4 Recommendations for Policymakers
5.4.5 Recommendations for Social Media Companies
5.4.6 Recommendations for Future Researchers
5.5 Contributions to Knowledge
5.6 Limitations of the Study
5.7 Suggestions for Further Research
5.8 Summary of the Chapter
APPENDIX: QUESTIONNAIRE
