Social Science Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA, USA.
Social Science Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA, USA.
Body Image. 2022 Jun;41:292-297. doi: 10.1016/j.bodyim.2022.03.007. Epub 2022 Apr 1.
The relationship between social media usage and body image has been well-established in the literature; however, social media companies' use of algorithms may intensify this association, as algorithms provide viewers with personalized content that is often more extreme, less monitored, and designed to keep users engaged for longer periods of time. This article details the recent media coverage of algorithms, revelations by former social media employees regarding the problematic usage of algorithms, and revelations that social media companies are aware of the harm posed by their implementation of algorithms, particularly for young, vulnerable users. We provide recommendations for influencers, educators, researchers, clinicians, parents, and users, and conclude that it is ultimately the responsibility of the social media corporations to protect and enhance the well-being of their users.
社交媒体使用与身体意象之间的关系在文献中已经得到充分证实；然而，社交媒体公司对算法的使用可能会加剧这种关联，因为算法为观众提供了个性化的内容，这些内容往往更加极端，受到的监管更少，并且旨在让用户更长时间地保持参与度。本文详细介绍了媒体对算法的最新报道、前社交媒体员工对算法不当使用的揭露，以及社交媒体公司意识到其算法实施带来的危害的揭露，尤其是对年轻、脆弱的用户。我们为影响者、教育者、研究人员、临床医生、家长和用户提供了建议，并得出结论，保护和增强用户的幸福感最终是社交媒体公司的责任。
