Relationship between social comparison and body image in pregnant women using Instagram

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This is a Descriptive Study study (also classified as: Correlational Study).

Sibel Kıyak; Zeynep Nur Korkmaz; Melek Kozan; Ümran Keçeci; Bahar Bostan

doi:10.61534/anatoljhr.1596028

August 31, 2025Anatolian Journal of Health ResearchOpen Access

Relationship between social comparison and body image in pregnant women using Instagram

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Pregnant women reported a moderate level of negative body image perception, prompting concern for mental health.
The study revealed that women engaging in downward social comparison scored higher than those in upward comparison.
Findings indicate significant differences in social comparison scores based on pregnancy status and factors like weight gain and income level.
The results highlight the need for awareness of the impact of social media on body image perceptions in pregnant women.

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Descriptive study examines the impact of social comparison on body image in pregnant women on Instagram, suggesting significant implications for mental health.

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Kıyak et al. (2025) studied this question.

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