Which method would answer this question. To investigate if the use of social media is associated with shyness and loneliness? Choose from the following methods : Case histories, naturalistic observation, laboratory observation, tests, correlational studies, and experiments. Solution Correlation studies, results from the study further revealed that loneliness completely mediated the relationship between shyness and generalized problematic continous Internet use. Implications for intervention work addressing both loneliness and shyness issues facing adolescents who are problematic users of the Internet and social media. .