In this portfolio, you will develop an oral presentation that answers a research question. You will present your claim and findings and support them with evidence. You will add visual components to help listeners understand your findings. You will differentiate between the speech used in everyday conversation and the speech needed for a formal presentation. Finally, you will learn to use your voice and body to connect with your audience and convey your key ideas.

Your research question/topic should interest you, but also think about what might appeal to your audience. The research question/topic is your choice.

Requirements:
*A minimum of ten slides with three sentences or pieces of information on the slide.
*Think about your presentation being equivalent to a five paragraph essay. Five sentences per paragraph would be about twenty five sentences.

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Presentation Title: The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

Slide 1: Introduction
- Attention Getter: Imagine scrolling through your social media feed and seeing posts that negatively affect your mental health.
- Thesis Statement: Social media has a profound impact on our mental health and overall well-being.
- Overview: In this presentation, I will discuss the ways social media affects our mental health, the different types of impacts it has, and offer solutions to reduce these negative effects.

Slide 2: Definition and Statistics
- Definition: Social media refers to online platforms that allow people to connect and share information.
- Statistics: 1 in 5 adults report using social media to cope with feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression.

Slide 3: Positive Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health
- Connection: Allows individuals to connect with others who share their interests and experiences. Can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness.
- Education: Provides information and resources for mental health issues and support groups.
- Awareness: Raises awareness and decreases stigma around mental health issues.

Slide 4: Negative Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health
- Comparison: Seeing other people's highlight reels can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem.
- Cyberbullying: Experiencing or witnessing cyberbullying can lead to anxiety and depression.
- Addiction: Excessive use of social media can lead to addiction, poor sleep, and exacerbate mental health problems.

Slide 5: Solutions to Reduce Negative Impacts
- Limit Screen Time: Limit the amount of time spent on social media, especially before bed.
- Curate Social Media Feed: Unfollow accounts that negatively affect your mental health and follow accounts that make you feel happy and supported.
- Seek Support: Reach out to friends, family, or professional support when experiencing negative impacts from social media.

Slide 6: Personal Story
- Share a personal experience or story that relates to the research question/topic.

Slide 7: Evidence from Studies
- Share results from research studies that have investigated the impact of social media on mental health.

Slide 8: Strategies for Healthy Social Media Use
- Commenting positively: Leave supportive comments on posts.
- Share helpful resources: Share resources for coping with mental health issues
- Encourage breaks: Encourage others on social media to take a break or limit their time on the platform.

Slide 9: Conclusion
- Restate Thesis: Social media has a profound impact on mental health.
- Summary of Key Points: There are both positive and negative impacts of social media on mental health, and we can reduce the negative impacts by limiting screen time, curating our social media feeds, and seeking support.
- Call to Action: Encourage the audience to reconsider their social media use and be mindful of its impact on their well-being.

Slide 10: Works Cited
- List the sources used in the presentation.

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