Comparing ourselves to others can become a healthy habit
In this online age, social comparisons can be toxic — or they can be harnessed for our betterment if we understand how they ...
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How Social Media Might Be Quietly Killing Your Confidence
Social media is designed to get you to compare yourself to others. But you don't have to let comparison culture take a toll ...
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GloRilla faces backlash after response to makeup comparison
GloRilla sparked controversy with her response to viral makeup comparisons, leading to mixed social media reactions about ...
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Social media distorts young people’s self image. Safe Reflections can help | Opinion
It can exacerbate body dysmorphic disorder by perpetuating unrealistic beauty standards. Students need a truer vision. | Opinion ...
Why Gen Z is turning to social media for mental health help –instead of trained experts: poll
Many young people struggling with their mental health are turning to social media – not trained professionals – for answers, ...
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The Trophy Culture in Social Media: Do We Crave Validation Too Much?
Social media has become more than just a way to connect with friends—it has transformed into a stage for recognition, ...
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Social Comparison Theory
and not to act on any envy or resentment spurred by comparison-making. But their true feelings may manifest in other ways. Created with Sketch. Constantly checking social-media feeds full of ...
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Social media outpacing experts as source of mental health information for 2 in 3 Australians
“A phone is very accessible by comparison. So particularly at the early stages of experiencing difficulties, young people may ...
Mom, the Brands Are Fighting Again
Taking a page from social media, marketers increasingly taunt competitors by name to vie for young consumers’ attentions.