The Effect of Social Media on Self Esteem: Uplifting Instagram vs. Influencer Instagram
Presentation Type
Poster
Department
Psychology
Location
Walker Conference Center B
Description
The current study explored whether the type of lnstagram feed viewed by women influences their self-esteem levels. Participants were asked to view one of two lnstagram feeds, a positive feed that consisted of encouraging quotes and Bible verses or an influencer feed comprised of pictures of influencers working out or modeling in a fashion show. After viewing the randomly assigned feed for ten minutes, participants completed the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. There was no significant difference in self-esteem levels between individuals who viewed the influencer feed and individuals who viewed the positive feed.
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The Effect of Social Media on Self Esteem: Uplifting Instagram vs. Influencer Instagram
Walker Conference Center B
The current study explored whether the type of lnstagram feed viewed by women influences their self-esteem levels. Participants were asked to view one of two lnstagram feeds, a positive feed that consisted of encouraging quotes and Bible verses or an influencer feed comprised of pictures of influencers working out or modeling in a fashion show. After viewing the randomly assigned feed for ten minutes, participants completed the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. There was no significant difference in self-esteem levels between individuals who viewed the influencer feed and individuals who viewed the positive feed.
Comments
This poster was created in part for the Research Methods course (PSYC 2063) taught by Dr. Allyson Phillips.
It is currently embargoed; it will be available on May 1, 2024.