Types of Evidence (FATE)1

According to a study published

in the Journal of Child

Psychology and Psychiatry,

children who engage with peers

on social media often have

better social interactions and

improved relationships.

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

Research shows that social media can help kids connect with peers, fostering friendships and a sense of belonging, especially for those who might struggle with face-to-face interactions.

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

based on objective data, statistics, and research findings

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

Research from the Pew

Research Center indicates that

57% of teens say social media

helps them learn new things.

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

statements made by experts, celebrities, or other respected figures

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

based on personal experiences and observations

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

A study found that students who use social media regularly develop better digital communication skills and learn to express themselves more effectively.

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

based on objective data, statistics, and research findings

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

Research published in JAMA

Psychiatry found that

increased social media use is

linked to higher rates of

depression and anxiety

among adolescents.

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence

Dr. Sherry Turkle, MIT

Professor and Author: "Social

media can foster connection

and community for young

people.

• Factual Evidence

• Anecdotal Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• Empirical Evidence