Psychology

A diary study investigating the differential impacts of Instagram content on youths’ body image

H. C. Glaser, S. R. Jansma, et al.

This study by Hannah C. Glaser, Sikke R. Jansma, and Hanneke Scholten delves into the impact of various Instagram content on young adults' body image perceptions. Through a five-day diary study, participants revealed how Thin Ideal, Body Positivity, Fitness, and Lifestyle posts influence their emotions and social comparisons. Discover the complex relationship between social media content and body image that calls for mindful engagement rather than outright restriction.

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Abstract

This study qualitatively investigated how different types of Instagram content influence youths’ body image. Twenty-eight young adults (M_age = 21.86; 79% female) participated in a five-day diary study, documenting 140 Instagram posts that impacted their body image. Four content categories emerged: Thin Ideal, Body Positivity, Fitness, and Lifestyle. These categories elicited varying emotional responses and social comparisons (upward or downward), with gender differences observed. The study highlighted the nuanced relationship between social media content and body image, suggesting interventions should focus on conscious social media use rather than mere restriction.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jan 01, 2024

Authors

Hannah C. Glaser, Sikke R. Jansma, Hanneke Scholten

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