A systematic review of the impact of the use of social networking sites on body image and disordered eating outcomes

G Holland, M Tiggemann�- Body image, 2016 - Elsevier
A large body of literature has demonstrated mass media effects on body image and
disordered eating. More recently, research in this area has turned to 'new'forms of media,
such as the Internet, and particularly Social Networking Sites (SNSs). A systematic search
for peer-reviewed articles on SNS use and body image and eating disorders resulted in 20
studies meeting specific inclusion criteria. As a whole, these articles demonstrated that use
of SNSs is associated with body image and disordered eating. Specific SNS activities, such�…