JAMA Facial Plast Surg September 2019 PMID 31246236

Association Between the Use of Social Media and Photograph Editing Applications, Self-esteem, and Cosmetic Surgery Acceptance.

Jonlin Chen, Masaru Ishii, Kristin L Bater, Halley Darrach, David Liao, Pauline P Huynh, Isabel P Reh, Jason C Nellis, Anisha R Kumar, Lisa E Ishii

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What people are saying

The group's tone oscillates between clarifying misconceptions about the study—like dismissing claims that it pertains to adolescence images—and sharing the research's details, reflecting curiosity and critical thought. The use of phrases like 'Here is the actual study' indicates a desire to seek accurate information, while dismissive comments highlight skepticism about sensational interpretations, exemplifying moderate engagement and interest.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Posts express skepticism about the study's relevance, emphasizing that it's unrelated to personal photo filters and adolescence, suggesting neutral or slightly dismissive stance.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high curiosity about the research topic, with participants referencing the study directly and questioning its implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Most posts engage with the study's content in a moderate way, such as sharing the study link or briefly commenting, indicating a light but genuine interest.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions seem to have a modest influence, raising awareness or prompting reflection but not sparking widespread debate or change.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explored how social media and photo editing app use relate to self-esteem, self-worth, and attitudes toward cosmetic surgery, finding that users of platforms like YouTube and WhatsApp tend to have lower self-esteem.
  • It also found that higher social media investment is associated with a greater acceptance of cosmetic surgery, suggesting that frequent exposure to these platforms may influence positive attitudes toward cosmetic procedures.
  • Overall, the research indicates potential links between social media behaviors, self-perception, and openness to cosmetic surgery, with differences observed based on the type of social media or editing app used.]

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@hausofelise @shakerrra Here is the actual study that’s referenced in the article u provided. This has nothing to do with anything related to some1 else taking a couple of photos of u in ur adolescence w/ a filter. https://t.co/pMWJpP3qnE

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AJ
@aimjonesmovip1 · X

@hausofelise @shakerrra Here is the actual study that’s referenced in the article u provided. This has nothing to do with anything related to some1 else taking a couple of photos of u in ur adolescence w/ a filter. https://t.co/pMWJpP3qnE

Apr 11, 2021 · 169 followers View post →
Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC
@DrMamaKai · X

Association Between the Use of Social Media and Photograph Editing Applications, Self-esteem, and Cosmetic Surgery Acceptance | Dermatology | ⁦@JAMAFacial⁩ Plastic Surgery | ⁦@JAMANetwork⁩ ⁦@JAMADerm⁩ @ASPS_News https://t.co/uvxfXc2W3o

Jul 7, 2019 · 1 like · 2,282 followers View post →
fake dr. mike
@MiJamAhmad · X

Association Between the Use of Social Media and Photograph Editing Applications, Self-esteem, and Cosmetic Surgery Acceptance | Dermatology | JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery | JAMA Network https://t.co/4o7H6QO5qO

Jun 29, 2019 · 1 like · 146 followers View post →