The Impact of Social Media on Eating Disorders

Faculty:

Caitlin Lischka, LCPC, CATP (pictured left)

Inez Martinez-Sierra, LPC (pictured right)

This presentation will explore the critical connection between social media and body image, focusing on eating disorders. We will examine how platform algorithms create echo chambers that reinforce exposure to harmful beauty standards and unrealistic body ideals, which can fuel unhealthy fixations, comparison, and ultimately negatively shape self-worth. The presentation dives into the social causes of these issues, including sex and gender norms, the thin ideal, and pervasive diet culture. One can expect to also learn early intervention strategies, such as fostering media literacy and setting healthy boundaries, as well as parent hacks for effective role modeling.


Seminar Objectives
  • Attendees will examine how social media algorithms reinforce exposure to appearance-related content.
  • Attendees will be able to identify the connection between social media, harmful beauty standards, leading to detrimental behaviors related to disordered eating and poor body image.
  • Attendees will learn early intervention strategies and how parents can facilitate techniques and approaches for usage.
Seminar Information
Date Presented:
July 14, 2026 1:00 PM Eastern
Length:
1 hour
Registration Fee:
Free
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