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Questions and Answers
The online safety bill includes measures to enhance the way algorithms function.
The online safety bill includes measures to enhance the way algorithms function.
False
Deana Puccio believes media education should be integrated into school curricula.
Deana Puccio believes media education should be integrated into school curricula.
True
Teenagers are encouraged to share overly edited photos on social media.
Teenagers are encouraged to share overly edited photos on social media.
False
The main goal of the Rap Project is to teach consent and offline safety.
The main goal of the Rap Project is to teach consent and offline safety.
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Parents, educators, and politicians should limit the online choices available to young people.
Parents, educators, and politicians should limit the online choices available to young people.
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Emily experienced an eating disorder diagnosed at the age of 19 after using Instagram for constructive purposes.
Emily experienced an eating disorder diagnosed at the age of 19 after using Instagram for constructive purposes.
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More than 50% of girls aged 17 to 21 reported feeling unattractive after using Instagram.
More than 50% of girls aged 17 to 21 reported feeling unattractive after using Instagram.
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The algorithm used by Instagram primarily presents images based on user online activities.
The algorithm used by Instagram primarily presents images based on user online activities.
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Research indicated that Instagram affects teenagers' mental health less than other social media platforms.
Research indicated that Instagram affects teenagers' mental health less than other social media platforms.
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Experts are advocating for an online safety bill to protect users from harmful content on social media.
Experts are advocating for an online safety bill to protect users from harmful content on social media.
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Study Notes
Instagram and Body Image
- Instagram can have a negative impact on young girls' body image.
- A study by Facebook found that over 40% of teenage girls felt "unattractive" after using Instagram.
- Instagram's algorithm promotes content based on user activity, which can be harmful to young users.
- Data from Girlguiding in the UK suggests that nearly half of girls aged 17 to 21 feel insecure or less confident due to online images.
Social Media and Teens
- Instagram's focus on appearance and lifestyle can have a greater impact on young people than other platforms.
- TikTok emphasizes performance videos, while Snapchat is a messaging app with fun image features.
Calls for Action
- Experts urge lawmakers to create an online safety bill to protect users from harmful content.
- Professor Sonia Livingstone advocates for regulating algorithms that manipulate content, especially those contributing to negative self-esteem.
- Deana Puccio suggests a media education campaign to teach young people safe navigation of social media.
- Puccio emphasizes real-life content reflection on social media and encourages building confidence to post authentic experiences.
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Description
This quiz explores the effects of Instagram on the body image of young girls, highlighting alarming statistics from studies on self-perception and confidence. It discusses social media's role and urges for regulatory actions to improve online safety. Examine the industry's influence on youth mental health and potential solutions.
