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compare & despair: what social media comparison actually does to us
the matcha diaries
Exploring Social Comparison and Its Psychological Impact on Social Media
This chapter explores the psychological motives behind social comparison, particularly in the context of social media, and discusses the detrimental effects it can have on mental health and self-esteem. It delves into scientific theories like cognitive dissonance and self-discrepancy theory to offer insights into the negative consequences of constantly seeking validation and comparing oneself to others.
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