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Study finds teenagers have negative thoughts about weight gain because of social media

Experts are blaming social media for added pressure on Australian teens.

Experts are blaming social media for added pressure on Australian teens. Source: SBS

A new study shows high numbers of teenagers have negative thoughts about weight gain and are taking rather dramatic action to control it. Analysts say they are concerned problematic eating behaviours at a young age are increasingly leading to eating disorders years later.


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By Amelia Dunn

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Source: SBS



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A new study shows high numbers of teenagers have negative thoughts about weight gain and are taking rather dramatic action to control it. Analysts say they are concerned problematic eating behaviours at a young age are increasingly leading to eating disorders years later.



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