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Psychol Bull May 2008 PMID 18444705

The role of the media in body image concerns among women: a meta-analysis of experimental and correlational studies.

Shelly Grabe, L Monique Ward, Janet Shibley Hyde

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The collective discussions demonstrate support and recognition of the research's importance, with examples mentioning how media images contribute to body dissatisfaction and societal pressure, as seen in comments referencing meta-analyses and studies like Grabe et al. (2008). The tone underscores concern about societal influences and the need for awareness, reflecting moderate engagement and impact.

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Most discussions acknowledge the findings of the research, emphasizing the media's role in influencing women's body image and the negative consequences.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, referencing specific studies like Grabe et al. (2008) and engaging with the idea of societal pressures.

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Several comments discuss societal standards and the psychological effects, indicating deeper reflection on the topic.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight how the publication sparks awareness about a significant social issue, with some considering its implications for addressing eating disorders.

Abstract in brief

  • The study analyzes 77 research papers to understand how media images of thin bodies influence women's body dissatisfaction, internalizing thin ideals, and eating behaviors, finding small to moderate effects.
  • Results show that exposure to media portraying the thin ideal is significantly linked to increased body image concerns among women, with some variations depending on when the study was published and its design.
  • Overall, the meta-analysis supports the idea that media plays a role in shaping women's perceptions of their bodies and related eating beliefs.
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いおり
@iory_yummy16 · X

ボディイメージとメディアの役割みたいな研究はあるんですよね。ボディイメージとソーシャルメディアみたいな関係はこれからかな。 https://t.co/W56HkymAg9 #ミライカフェ

Jun 7, 2023 · 697 followers View post →
にゃまぐち
@nyamanyamaguchi · X

これは被引用数3400だ。 https://t.co/RDNWeUyU0R

Sep 12, 2025 · 666 followers View post →
AlexSaintJevin
@AlexSaintJevin · X

@HiPhobos Article Grabe : image de minceur /préoccupation corporelle https://t.co/7jOu3KrBpX Méta-analyse montrant que les images de minceur augmenteraient les troubles alimentaires.

May 21, 2020 · 472 followers View post →
CRUX Psychology
@cruxpsychology · X

(Grabe et al., 2008) https://t.co/KAAhUimVYf

Sep 2, 2025 · 404 followers View post →
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@tired0fpolitics · X

@TokyoSinni @Sad4PF @makunijiiro @ThatChrisOne @Loudwindow No! Here’s the links: https://t.co/VJEc2WQxYC https://t.co/QPA479rPM5 https://t.co/vbBP1eWvpU https://t.co/e0gwEpzdBl I’ll leave this conversation at this.

Sep 14, 2020 · 105 followers View post →
TexasElite
@TexasElite1836 · X

@Silmarillen @hebrewpimps @NippinJimmsky It's almost like, they're constantly being pushed and pressured towards achieving an unhealthy standard that's near impossible for most people. https://t.co/PqTxW08yxE https://t.co/tpr96BQZAr https://t.co/MmUXpp44ih

Aug 17, 2025 · 45 followers View post →

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にゃまぐち
@nyamanyamaguchi · X

これは被引用数3400だ。 https://t.co/RDNWeUyU0R

Sep 12, 2025 · 666 followers View post →
CRUX Psychology
@cruxpsychology · X

(Grabe et al., 2008) https://t.co/KAAhUimVYf

Sep 2, 2025 · 404 followers View post →
TexasElite
@TexasElite1836 · X

@Silmarillen Hm, almost like you're not having the same societal pressure put onto you as women have. Could it be because, you know, you're not a woman? https://t.co/PqTxW096nc https://t.co/tpr96BRxpZ https://t.co/MmUXpp4C7P

Aug 17, 2025 · 45 followers View post →
TexasElite
@TexasElite1836 · X

@Silmarillen @hebrewpimps @NippinJimmsky It's almost like, they're constantly being pushed and pressured towards achieving an unhealthy standard that's near impossible for most people. https://t.co/PqTxW08yxE https://t.co/tpr96BQZAr https://t.co/MmUXpp44ih

Aug 17, 2025 · 45 followers View post →
いおり
@iory_yummy16 · X

ボディイメージとメディアの役割みたいな研究はあるんですよね。ボディイメージとソーシャルメディアみたいな関係はこれからかな。 https://t.co/W56HkymAg9 #ミライカフェ

Jun 7, 2023 · 697 followers View post →
:)))
@tired0fpolitics · X

@TokyoSinni @Sad4PF @makunijiiro @ThatChrisOne @Loudwindow No! Here’s the links: https://t.co/VJEc2WQxYC https://t.co/QPA479rPM5 https://t.co/vbBP1eWvpU https://t.co/e0gwEpzdBl I’ll leave this conversation at this.

Sep 14, 2020 · 105 followers View post →
AlexSaintJevin
@AlexSaintJevin · X

@HiPhobos Article Grabe : image de minceur /préoccupation corporelle https://t.co/7jOu3KrBpX Méta-analyse montrant que les images de minceur augmenteraient les troubles alimentaires.

May 21, 2020 · 472 followers View post →