SEATTLE — Fitness influencers on social media are becoming increasingly popular, often leading people to healthier lifestyles, but they could also have negative effects on body image. Researchers at ...

Of the 45 studies, 29 looked at the impact of dating apps on mental health and well-being and 22 considered the impact on body image (some looked at both). Some studies examined differences between ...

Social media plays a big part in many people’s lives—helping them mediate their personal and professional relationships, keeping track of local and international news, and providing them with a ...

A new study looked at how body-related emotions and recalling embarrassing or proud memories of participants’ bodies would affect task performance. Participants who recalled embarrassing stories ...

This summer I sat on my bed and watched as my sister tried on numerous outfits, changing over and over again, each time citing something “wrong” about her body and weight. I would respond by providing ...

There's a large and growing body of evidence pointing to potentially negative impacts of social media on mental health, from its addictive nature to disruptions in sleep patterns to effects on body ...

It’s common for people to feel uncomfortable with different aspects of their bodies. However, this dissatisfaction can sometimes take a toll on mental and physical health. Here are some tips to help ...

Body image refers to how a person thinks and feels about themselves physically. From childhood to adulthood, a person’s family can influence how they feel about their bodies through various ...