The use of social networks is associated with body dissatisfaction and eating disorders.

Study investigates body dissatisfaction among youth in six countries, revealing strong associations with social media use and sociodemographics, emphasizing a global need for interventions.

By the time summer comes, temperatures aren’t the only thing rising; so is self-doubt. It’s the annual emotional ...

It found that there was a link between social media use and signs of negative body image — including body dissatisfaction and eating disorder symptoms.

All middle schoolers should have a mandatory class that teaches them how to preserve their mental health by limiting social media use.

Social media can have a negative impact on its users. Research shows that images of beauty as depicted in movies, television and magazines can lead to mental illness, issues with disordered eating and ...

Avoiding the constant barrage of air-brushed influencers and gorgeous models helped teens feel better about their own weight and looks, researchers found.

A recent review found that, as with mass media, the use of social media is a risk factor for the development of an eating disorder, body image dissatisfaction and disordered eating.

Reducing social media use significantly improves body image in teens, young adults Participants saw results in weeks, study says Date: February 23, 2023 Source: American Psychological Association ...

The use of social networks is associated with body dissatisfaction and disordered eating. Viewing and uploading photos and asking for negative feedback seem particularly problematic.

By Hugo Francisco de Souza New research shows how platforms like YouTube and Snapchat amplify body dissatisfaction among youth, with sociodemographic factors adding to the challenge—highlighting ...