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This constant inundation of curated content can cultivate unrealistic expectations about our appearance, behavior, and possessions. It can also divert us from our genuine preferences, values, and aspirations. In essence, social media has a significant impact on how we perceive ourselves and the world around us.
May 7, 2019 · The immense social presence possessed by influencers has led to the creation of unrealistic societal expectations around personal image and lifestyle, where deceptively their online identities are fabricated to compete with other influencers.
With their seemingly perfect lives, flawless appearances, and enviable lifestyles, influencers have become powerful figures in the realm of social media. However, beneath the surface of the glamorous façade lies a darker side.
Increasingly, young adolescents hold unrealistic expectations on what they should own, how they should look, or what they need to achieve, which is linked to higher rates of anxiety. This focus on perfectionism can be destructive—more than a mental health risk factor, it can be a physical one as well, Tyler explains.
Mar 29, 2023 · The unrealistic expectations and distorted view of reality that social media platforms create can have a negative impact on mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, and feelings of...
Feb 22, 2022 · Most influencers, knowingly or not, promote vastly unrealistic expectations of what an ideal life should look like. This false or exaggerated sense of reality then causes various mental health...
Mar 12, 2019 · Many of us suspect that the beautiful, often highly-edited images of people we see on social media make us feel worse about our own bodies. But what does the research say?
