Sharing and viewing photos on social networking sites (SNSs) have been identified as
particularly problematic for body image. Although correlational research to date has …

Highlights•Social media use is consistently and positively associated with negative body
image.•Longitudinal studies suggest that this association may strengthen over time.•Brief …

Research is needed to identify novel ways to influence Generation Z female consumers'
behavior when they interact with various technologies. This study investigates how …

This article presents four meta-analyses that can inform causality in the relationship between
social media and body image; 24 experimental samples comparing the effect of appearance …

Body-positive content on social media aims to challenge mainstream beauty ideals and
encourage acceptance and appreciation of all body types. The present study aimed to …

Existing research demonstrates a relationship between social networking site (SNS) use
and body-related concerns and disordered eating amongst females. Preliminary evidence …

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 …

Previous research has indicated that exposure to traditional media (ie, television, film, and
print) predicts the likelihood of internalization of a thin ideal; however, the relationship …

The popularity of social networking sites (SNSs) has prompted researchers to investigate the
relationship between SNS use and various psychological variables, one being, self-esteem …

The escalation of social networking sites (SNS) usage has led to much research examining
both the positive and negative implications SNS can have on well-being. However, although …