When conducting research, it's essential to gather information and evidence from different types of sources.
Primary sources offer raw and first-hand evidence that allows you to directly access the original information.
Secondary sources provide information and commentary from other researchers.
While primary sources are more credible as evidence, conducting thorough research involves using both primary and secondary sources to allow you building a more comprehensive understanding of your topic.
"A secondary source can become a primary source depending on your research question. If the person, context, or technique that produced the source is the main focus of your research, it becomes a primary source." (Streefkerk, 2023)
Reference:
Streefkerk, R. (2023). Primary vs. Secondary Sources | Difference & Examples. Scribbr. https://www.scribbr.com/working-with-sources/primary-and-secondary-sources/
1. Social media use and its impact on adolescent mental health
Article 1 link: https://polyu.hk/qykTV
2. Examining associations between area-level spatial measures of housing with selected health and wellbeing behaviours and outcomes in an urban context
Article 2 link: https://polyu.hk/DEfuE
