Beware of toxic TikTok #fitspo videos
As the Federal government considers banning social media for children, Flinders University researchers warn that TikTok ‘fitspiration’ videos reinforce harmful gendered body ideals and often propagate […]
Can doomscrolling trigger an existential crisis?
In a world first study on the impact of doomscrolling from an existential perspective, Flinders University researchers warn that habitual checking of disturbing stories on social […]
Tackling both sides of ‘sexual violence’
Sexual violence against men by women is growing in areas such as social media, but is not receiving the level of attention as violence against women […]
Parental decisions on vaccines swayed by social media
Social media is so rife with misinformation regarding childhood vaccinations, healthcare professionals need to be prepared to provide adequate information and support parents to ensure informed […]
Social media: the stuff of nightmares?
The more time you spend on social media, the greater the likelihood of having unpleasant social-media related dreams that cause distress, sleep disruption and impact our […]
Prepping a healthy self-image
As the school year kicks off, primary school students are often asked to complete their first ‘About Me’ or ‘My Family’ assignment. This is a prime […]
Media Smart tackles social media pressures
The more time that teenage girls spend on Instagram, the greater their likelihood of having eating disorder thoughts and behaviours. Flinders University researchers have found that […]
Social media exploitation erodes trust
Social media platforms in Australia are vulnerable to exploitation by foreign actors for commercial, political, and strategic reasons, according to new analysis. A review published in […]
Teens need to ‘get smart’ on social media
New research indicates that social media is leading young adolescent girls and boys down a worrying path towards developing body image issues and eating disorder behaviours […]