TikTok recently banned the #SkinnyTok hashtag amid warnings from European regulators about its promotion of unrealistic body images and extreme dieting behaviors. Despite the ban, harmful content continues to proliferate on the platform, with creators often operating in ambiguous 'gray zones' making regulation challenging. Research shows that exposure to such content correlates with increased disordered eating risks, particularly among young girls and women. Some creators, like Kate Glavan, are actively promoting body-positive messages to counteract the glorification of unhealthy eating practices found in some social media posts.
The hashtag #SkinnyTok was banned for promoting unhealthy body images. However, the challenge remains for TikTok in completely eradicating harmful content about extreme dieting.
Research indicates a correlation between disordered eating and exposure to certain social media content, especially affecting young women and girls who are more vulnerable.
Brooke Erin Duffy highlights the complexity of regulating social media content, stating that creators often exploit the 'gray zones' in guidelines to circumvent restrictions.
Creators like Kate Glavan are attempting to counteract harmful messaging by promoting body positivity and awareness about the dangers of extreme dieting.
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