How does social media allow young people to portray their identity and create their own reality in the era of digitalisation?

My research question is aiming to find out how social media platforms allow young people to shape their
digital environment and put forth different perspectives and personas in front of their followers and
community. My
question will seek to find out things such as; Are young people obsessed with social media? Is it true that the
more miserable you are, the happier your social media posts? How much does instant gratification play a part
in
social media usage? Do young people feel freer and less restricted behind their social media accounts? Do
young people mould and carefully craft their online digital character and if so, how do they maintain this
character’s reputation and social profile?
Link to three articles with tips on how to plan, write and edit your dissertation:
http://www.theguardian.com/education/series/dissertation-dos-and-don-ts
The Guardian 21 & 25.3. 13 & 3.4.13