Social media sends mixed messages on food
Popular eating and food challenge videos across social media are saturated with messages that could promote disordered eating and unrealistic body standards, new research reveals. Led […]
The rise of the micro-influencer on social media
As social media continues to redefine how we connect, new research is exploring the role of ‘micro-influencers’ and how this powerful group is reshaping the influencer […]
The dangerous pursuit of muscularity
Men and adolescent boys are increasingly at risk of resorting to the dangerous use of anabolic steroids in a bid to achieve the desired muscular build […]
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 […]