THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER (BDD) IN TEENAGERS

This research delves into the influence of social media on the emergence of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) in teenagers. By administering a survey among 113 teenagers, it explores the correlation between social media engagement and body dissatisfaction. The findings underscore a significant linkage between social media-induced beauty standards and body dissatisfaction, especially among individuals aged 13-15. Social media was highlighted as a more potent factor in developing BDD symptoms compared to negative evaluations from peers or family.