Study finds TikTok pro-anorexia content linked to increased eating disorder risk in female users aged 18-28.
A study suggests that using TikTok, particularly among female users aged 18 to 28, could lead to a higher risk of eating disorders due to pro-anorexia content on the platform. Researchers found that exposure to such content significantly decreased body image satisfaction and increased internalization of appearance ideals. The study recommends stricter controls and regulations on pro-eating disorder content from TikTok, suggesting that prohibiting or restricting these videos could reduce the risk of eating disorders developing among users.
August 07, 2024
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