The female body on social media

Petya Eckler; Yusuf Kalyango Jr.

The female body on social media

Petya Eckler, Yusuf Kalyango Jr.

Journalism, Media And Communication

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Abstract

The essays in this chapter authored by communication scholars and professionals provide a range of perspectives on social media. The issues covered explore societal topics including the impact of social media on young women’s perceptions of their bodies and how social media both helps and hurts victims of sexual assault.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Social Media
Subtitle of host publication	A Reference Handbook
Editors	Kelli S. Burns
Place of Publication	Goleta, CA
Publisher	ABC-CLIO Greenwood
Pages	139-145
Number of pages	7
ISBN (Print)	9781440843556
Publication status	Published - 31 Mar 2017

Publication series

Name	Contemporary World Issues
Publisher	ABC-CLIO Greenwood

Keywords

female body
body image portrayal
social media
teenagers
young adults
digital platforms
photo-related activities
exercise
weight loss
dieting
Facebook

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The female body on social media

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Body Image and Social Media: Research and Practice in a Changing Environment

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