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  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Adolescent Health

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  • Eating disorders (EDs) are a significant concern among adolescents.
  • Social media (SM) use is pervasive among this demographic.
  • Understanding the link between SM and EDs is crucial for prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between social media use and content exposure with the risk of developing eating disorders in adolescents.
  • To identify factors contributing to ED risk in adolescents related to SM engagement.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive observational study utilizing a structured questionnaire.
  • Validated scales assessed eating habits, SM usage, self-esteem, and body image.
  • Sample included 115 students aged 12-17 years in Córdoba, Spain.

Main Results:

  • 43.5% of participants were identified at risk for EDs.
  • Increased social media use was significantly associated with higher ED risk (OR=5.54).
  • Male gender was identified as a protective factor against ED risk.

Conclusions:

  • Low self-esteem and negative body image are key factors in ED risk.
  • Social media may amplify the risk of developing eating disorders.
  • Interventions should focus on boosting self-esteem and promoting critical SM engagement.