Insecurity
Insecurity is a common problem when dealing with social media. People care a lot more about their appearance when they are being seen by a lot of people. this can lead to insecurities about their imperfections. On this page, you will see different parts of social media that lead to this insecurity and what impact they can have on the individual.
Highlight Reels vs. Real Life: Social media platforms often showcase the highlights of people's lives, creating an unrealistic standard of beauty, success, and happiness. This constant exposure to others' seemingly perfect lives can lead individuals to compare themselves unfavorably, fostering feelings of inadequacy and insecurity.
Filtered and Edited Images: The prevalence of heavily filtered and edited images on social media can distort perceptions of beauty and body image. Constant exposure to these unrealistic body standards can cause individuals to feel dissatisfied with their own appearance, contributing to body image issues and low self-esteem.
Anxiety and Depression: The pressure to maintain a certain image or lifestyle on social media can lead to increased anxiety and depression. These mental health issues are closely linked to feelings of low self-esteem and insecurity.