Research Methodology
A systematic approach to understanding digital horror
Research Approach
This study employs a mixed-methods approach to investigate the psychological and cultural impact of the Backrooms phenomenon and liminal spaces in digital horror. The methodology is designed to capture both quantitative data on emotional responses and qualitative insights into cultural significance.
Content Analysis
Systematic analysis of Backrooms-related content across multiple platforms:
- Reddit discussions and community interactions
- YouTube video content and comments
- Digital art and visual representations
- User-generated narratives and experiences
Survey Research
Quantitative and qualitative data collection through structured surveys:
- Emotional response measurements to liminal space imagery
- Personal experience documentation
- Psychological impact assessment
- Cultural significance evaluation
Data Analysis
Comprehensive analysis using mixed methods:
- K-mode clustering for pattern identification
- Thematic coding of qualitative responses
- Statistical analysis of emotional responses
- Cross-reference with existing horror research
Research Timeline
First Semester
September - November 2024- Literature review of digital horror studies
- Preliminary content analysis
- Research question refinement
- Methodology development
Data Collection
December 2024 - January/February 2025- Survey distribution and response collection
- Content gathering and categorization
- Initial pattern identification
- Community engagement analysis
Analysis Phase
February - March 2025- Data processing and coding
- Statistical analysis
- Theme identification
- Pattern correlation
Final Synthesis
April - May 2025- Findings compilation
- Theory development
- Conclusion formulation
- Research paper completion