The unbearable heaviness of having an appearance: How society teaches us to judge our bodies
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body image / sociocultural influences / aesthetic surgery / social media / social media literacy
The unbearable heaviness of having an appearance: How society teaches us to judge our bodies
Why do so many of us, especially women, struggle to feel comfortable in our own bodies? This article explores how sociocultural pressures and social media shape body dissatisfaction and drive interest in cosmetic surgery. It also offers evidence-based strategies to build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with your body. / more
Diagnosed by AI – What our social media behavior reveals about our mental health
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mental health / social media / artificial intelligence / eating disorder / depression
Diagnosed by AI – What our social media behavior reveals about our mental health
When mental illnesses are detected early and treated promptly, people affected tend to suffer less and have a better chance of recovery. Until now, identifying signs of mental illness in everyday life has required human expertise. Researchers are developing new approaches to automatically detect mental illness by using information from social media. But how well does this work, and what risks might this approach involve? / more