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Study Links TikTok Use to Eating Disorders in Teens

6/27/2025

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A recent study from China reveals a troubling connection between high school students' use of short-form video platforms like TikTok and increased symptoms of eating disorders, particularly among girls. The pressure to conform to idealized body images fosters deep dissatisfaction, raising concerns about the impact of social media on young minds.

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A recent study from China reveals a troubling connection between high school students' use of short-form video platforms like TikTok and increased symptoms of eating disorders, particularly among girls. The pressure to conform to idealized body images fosters deep dissatisfaction, raising concerns about the impact of social media on young minds.