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Why do we study Instagram?

By studying the uses and gratifications of Instagram use, we determine what needs are require fulfillment and what motives need to be satisfied. This information helps develop a case for the true-self construct and presentation of self online.

Does Instagram affect true-self and life satisfaction?

METHODS Little research has studied the presentation of true-self on Instagram—let alone determined uses and gratifications for this social networking site and how these variables relate to life satisfaction. The variables true-self, motive and life satisfaction are likely interrelated through Instagram and social media.

Is the state of self reflected on Instagram?

These studies relate in that the state of self is reflected 30 online. The current study will build on these previous studies and determine if true-self is presented via Instagram and any uses and gratifications for that behavior. 31

Is Instagram a good platform to study self-presentation?

Various studies on Facebook, MySpace and dating sites have been conducted from self- presentation perspectives, however few use Instagram as a platform for study (McKenna, Green, & Gleason, 2002; see Smith & Sanderson, 2015).