Body Image and Body Dysmorphia

A new study published in Sex Roles finds that dissatisfaction with plus-size exercise clothing can discourage physical activity among women.

A study analyzed 59 YouTube videos about anorexia nervosa, finding that while videos from doctors are more reliable, those from news outlets and patients have higher engagement, highlighting concerns over misinformation and the need for accurate medical content online.

A recent study uncovers surprising effects after just 8 minutes of TikTok viewing, revealing how certain content may influence young women’s perceptions of themselves and societal ideals.

A recent study found that college women who feel pressured to conform to norms like modesty and thinness experience more psychological distress, while norms focused on relationships and caregiving are linked to lower distress levels.

Problematic pornography use is associated with increased body comparisons among men, which in turn is linked to more negative body image, according to a new study. But frequency of use alone did not show the same connection.

Virtual reality-based "embodiment illusions" may help treat body image disturbances by altering distorted perceptions. Studies show these illusions can reduce body dissatisfaction and perceptual distortions, offering a promising supplementary approach for conditions like eating disorders and body dysmorphic disorder.

Taylor Swift's openness about her struggles with body image and disordered eating has positively influenced her fans, inspiring healthier attitudes and behaviors, according to new research.

Frequent use of photo filters is linked to increased muscle dysmorphia symptoms, particularly among boys and young men.

A study found that TikTok users who actively engage with appearance and eating-related content are more likely to exhibit eating disorder symptoms, potentially influenced by the platform's content recommendation algorithms and the ensuing social comparisons.

Fear of death can influence eating disorders. A new study found that death anxiety drives women with body image issues to restrict high-fat foods, highlighting the psychological roots of disordered eating behaviors.

A study found that young women who took a one-week break from social media experienced significantly higher self-esteem and body image, especially those prone to thin-ideal internalization, highlighting the mental health benefits of temporary social media detoxes.

Affectionate touch appears to boost women's body satisfaction and relationship quality, with higher frequency of touch linked to greater overall well-being, according to a new study.

Anorexia is the deadliest mental health condition, with high suicide rates among those with eating disorders. Poor interoception, or internal body awareness, contributes to this risk. Enhancing interoception through targeted training can help individuals reconnect with their bodies and potentially...

Viewing sexualized images of peers on social media heightens self-objectification and dehumanization among young women, according to new research.

A study using advanced imaging and large sample sizes has unveiled significant differences in brain connectivity patterns between individuals with anorexia nervosa and healthy controls, potentially guiding more precise diagnoses and targeted treatments for this severe eating disorder.