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• Improving program outcomes: A well-planned program is more likely to achieve its desired outcomes by addressing the root causes of health problems and identifying appropriate interventions.
• Ensuring program sustainability: Proper planning helps ensure that programs are sustainable over the long term by identifying potential challenges and developing strategies to address them.

Two of the most important program planning elements are:

1. Needs Assessment: This step involves identifying the specific health needs and priorities of the target population. A thorough needs assessment helps ensure that program interventions are relevant and address the most pressing concerns of the community.
2. Evaluation: Continuous evaluation is crucial to assess the effectiveness of the program, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that the program is achieving its intended goals.

Capstone Project

• Topic: The impact of social media use on adolescent self-esteem.

• Reason for Choosing this Topic: I am concerned about the potential negative impact of excessive social media use on the mental health of adolescents, particularly their self-esteem.

• Target Audience: Adolescents aged 13-18 years old.

• Unique Needs: Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to social comparison and peer pressure, and social media can amplify these pressures. They may experience anxiety, depression, and body image issues due to their online experiences.

• Stakeholders: Adolescents, parents, educators, school counselors, mental health professionals, and social media platforms.

• Possible Research Questions:

  • How does the frequency of social media use relate to levels of self-esteem in adolescents?
  • What are the specific aspects of social media use (e.g., comparing oneself to others, cyberbullying, online harassment) that are most strongly associated with lower self-esteem?
  • What are the protective factors that may mitigate the negative impact of social media use on adolescent self-esteem?

• Research Problem: There is a gap in our understanding of the specific mechanisms through which social media use impacts adolescent self-esteem. Existing research often focuses on correlational relationships, but further research is needed to understand the underlying psychological processes involved.

I look forward to learning more about program planning and engaging in meaningful discussions with my classmates throughout this course.

Best regards,

[Your Name]

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