Explain how sociology would account for a current social problem (bullying, gun violence, same sex marriage, depression, etc.)

Explain how sociology would account for a current social problem (bullying, gun violence, same sex marriage, depression, etc.) The purpose of this assignment is to select and describe a social problem for your final project and start looking for sources: Within 4-6 pages you will include the following in your proposal (introduction for your project). Please include at least 4 journal articles no more than three years old. Topic Information: The discussion focuses on how social media use affects adolescents. There exists an opinion that cutting teenagers’ use of social media will not be helpful since it is not a source of their problems. This point of view should be investigated, and it is reasonable to formulate three research questions, which I believe is a good starting point for researching the topic: Question 1: Does social media negatively or positively impact adolescents? Question 2: What are effective ways to minimize social media use time among teenagers? Question 3: Is there scientific evidence to prevent adolescents from spending much time on social media? Many scholarly studies focus on the issue because social media is an integral phenomenon of the modern world. A peer-reviewed journal article by Keles et al. (2020) is among them. This resource aims at identifying a connection between social media and mental health problems among teenagers. For that purpose, the authors have conducted a systematic review of 13 studies to determine whether a correlation exists. The researchers have arrived at essential findings that reveal social media impact. In particular, Keles et al. (2020) identified a correlation between anxiety, depression, and psychological distress and social media active use. Evidence from various environments supports this claim, which means that an adverse impact should be admitted. I agree with the article because it is challenging to deny the negative effect of social media on individuals. I believe that excessive involvement in Internet activities makes adolescents unprepared for real life, which leads to psychological problems. However, it is reasonable to mention that additional scholarly studies should be analyzed to ensure that social media use is a leading source of mental problems. Reference Keles, B., McCrae, N., & Grealish, A. (2020). A systematic review: The influence of social media on depression, anxiety, and psychological distress in adolescents. International Journal of Adolescence and Youth, 25(1), 79-93. https://doi.org/10.1080/02673843.2019.1590851 Background – include and identify at least one of the major social theories (one to two pages) functionalist theory, conflict theory, or symbolic interactionist theory The purpose of this assignment (research proposal), is to provoke the interest of the reader. It is also to convince the reader the importance and relevance of the topic. In the opening paragraphs, you want to make sure you introduce the reader to the particular question(s) your thesis is seeking to answer. What are you trying to discover or undercover? The introduction is not merely a summary of points to be elaborated on in later sections. Rather, your objective here is to inform the reader of the question(s), why it is important, and how your thesis will provide an answer. Background: It may be necessary to provide the reader with some measure of background information relevant to the topic. This is particularly useful when your work is interdisciplinary, in which case it is even more likely that the reader will benefit from a section that contextualizes the question and supplies the history (30-50 years) and terminology so that the reader will be better able to follow the pages. Write it as if the reader is not familiar with the topic or issue. This leads you into the review of literature and research. 1-2 pages Statement of the Problem, why it is important to study, and the Purpose of the study. (at least 2.5 pages) What is the social problem? Why should we a society study this problem? What is the purpose of this study/research paper? Research Questions – Here you are answering “What are you trying to discover or uncover.” (3-5 questions). e.g., does where a person lives have an impact on their health outcomes? Creditable Sources. You want to be sure and include at least four peer-reviewed journal articles no more than three years old. NOTE that the peer reviewed article should have been published in a sociological peer reviewed journal. Introduction/Conclusion. The introduction should include a thesis statement. You want to view your conclusion as a summary of the introduction.