NPR|1 minute read

TikTok's #SkinnyTok Ban: The Unstoppable Surge of Unhealthy Eating Content

TL;DR

TikTok has banned the #SkinnyTok hashtag, yet unhealthy eating content remains rampant. This paradox raises alarms about the mental health of users, especially young people.

  • SkinnyTok Ban: TikTok's efforts to curb unhealthy body image standards.
  • Persistent Issues: Unhealthy eating habits still thrive on the platform.
  • Expert Opinions: Social media's role in fueling eating disorders among youth.
  • Body Positivity Movement: Questions about its effectiveness in combating harmful content.

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