Instagram, one of the world’s largest social media platforms, announced earlier this week that they would be rolling out a new set of restrictions and accounts for their teenage users, which make up a lion’s share of the platform’s user base. The restrictions come after years of intense scrutiny and pressure on social media platforms to moderate or restrict their use by teenagers, thanks to … Continue reading Instagram Introduces New Teen Restrictions
Whether it’s on TV or in magazines, society creates a standard for how men and women should look in order to be attractive. With the rise of social media platforms such as Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, which force users to constantly compare themselves to their peers and influences as they scroll, self-esteem in young people has plummeted. The American Psychological Association conducted a study on … Continue reading Social Media Standards
By Ella Hall and Emma Scepkova Although food provides nutrients to the body, an individual can view food with a positive outlook or, in some cases, with fear. The positive outlook isn’t an issue in this case; however, the fearful view is, especially in teenagers. An anonymous source at Key West High School (KWHS) experiences a different outlook on food daily. “When there’s a day … Continue reading Finding friendships with food
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