Beauty Influencers and Self-Esteem
Learning Objective
I can analyze the impact of beauty influencers on teenage girls' self-perception.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
AI Body Altering Filters | BTN High
ABC News In-depth
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Researchers found that over 80 percent of young women knew photos could be altered, but only about half realized the same could be done to videos.
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Viewing fake bodies on social media can lead to body dissatisfaction, shame, and anxiety about one's appearance, especially among young women.
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To combat negative impacts, experts suggest taking breaks from social media, reminding yourself that content may be unrealistic, and unfollowing accounts that make you feel bad.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“According to the video, how can viewing manipulated or unrealistic beauty standards on social media impact teenage girls' self-perception and mental well-being? Provide at least two specific examples from the video.”
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