Research has suggested that social media use may present a risk to body image, but limited
research explores newer social media platforms and how they are used. This study …

Social media appear to contribute to body dissatisfaction in adolescents, although few
empirical studies exist. This study used six focus groups (total N= 38) to explore relations …

Despite extensive research, the mental health implication of social media in adolescents is
not yet understood due to mixed and inconsistent findings and more in-depth qualitative …

How does exposure to social media affect adolescents' both girls and boys' mental health?
What implications does this have for adults seeking to foster a healthier balance of social …

Youth spend substantial time on social media, which can foster self-critical processes that
increase risk of body dissatisfaction, disordered eating, and depressed mood. To date, there …

Recent developments in social media have prompted researchers to investigate the
potential effects its use could have on body image. The study of body image in the media is …

The present study aimed to identify the specific social networking sites (SNS) features that
relate to body image concerns in young women. A total of 259 women aged 18–29 years …

Literature concerning the relationship between social media use and wellbeing is
inconsistent in its findings, and most research has focused on time spent on social media …

Traditionally, media has been treated as a form of communication to large audiences, and
this communication was largely one-sided, from performer to audience. However, the rise of …

This chapter delves into the profound impact of social media on the mental well-being of
twenty first-century adolescents. It intricately explores the extensive engagement of young …