August 1, 2025

TikTok, Body Image Content, and User Wellbeing: User Engagement, Algorithmic Exposure, and Coping Strategies

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DBDawn Branley-BellNorthumbria University LMLoretta A. MooreAT&T (United States)CMClaire Murphy-MorganNorthumbria University

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Mixed-method study reveals TikTok influences body image perceptions in users, indicating the need for better algorithmic transparency and coping tools.

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Over 99% of users believe TikTok reinforces specific body ideals, impacting their self-perception.
36% of participants reported TikTok affecting their own body image, often feeling pressured to conform to societal standards.
Algorithmic exposure is significant; 51.7% of users encountered body content without actively searching for it.
Urgent need for interventions on social media platforms to enhance transparency and user control over content feeds.

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Branley-Bell et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689a0c65e6551bb0af8cf9b5 https://doi.org/10.31234/osf.io/8tfjx_v1

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Mixed-method study reveals TikTok influences body image perceptions in users, indicating the need for better algorithmic transparency and coping tools.

TikTok, Body Image Content, and User Wellbeing: User Engagement, Algorithmic Exposure, and Coping Strategies

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TikTok, Body Image Content, and User Wellbeing: User Engagement, Algorithmic Exposure, and Coping Strategies

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