What research methods and theories have been used in online identity reconstruction research?

METHODOLOGY
To capture an overview of the diverse research concerning

online identity reconstruction, this study aims to address five

research questions as listed below. However, it should

be mentioned that this study only answers the research

questions based on the findings of the literature surveyed.

More empirical research is needed to obtain definitive answers

to these questions.

RQ1: What research methods and theories have been

used in online identity reconstruction research?

RQ2: Why do people reconstruct their identity online?

RQ3: How do people reconstruct their identity online?

RQ4: What factors will affect online identity

reconstruction behavior?

RQ5:What are the effects of online identity reconstruction?