Surprisingly few “#bodypositivity” videos on TikTok actually contain messaging related to body positivity, study finds

TikTok, the popular short-form video platform, is home to a diverse range of content, from dance trends to life hacks. But what about body positivity videos on TikTok? A recent study delved into this realm of social media to uncover the specific type of content featured in videos tagged with “#bodypositivity.” Surprisingly, while a portion of these videos promoted body positivity, the majority lacked messaging consistent with the core values of the body positivity movement. The study was published in the scientific journal Body Image. In an era where social media significantly influences our s…

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