Body Image in the Digital Age

This chapter examines the shifting discourse on body image within the context of social media, emphasizing the role of 'skin fluencers' and societal pressures towards thinness amidst a backdrop of rising eating disorders. It analyzes the historical and cultural implications of fatphobia, especially regarding race and power dynamics, while critiquing how contemporary beauty standards are shaped by both technological advancements and deep-seated prejudices. Ultimately, the chapter reveals the unsettling ways that body image narratives reflect broader societal issues, including racism and the marginalization of diverse body types.