Kross, E., Verduyn, P., & Demiralp, E. (2013). Facebook use predicts declines in subjective well-being in young adults. PLoS ONE, 8(8), e69832.
Entertainment content and popular media also play a significant role in shaping social norms, influencing our attitudes towards issues such as relationships, violence, and body image. For instance, research has shown that exposure to media portrayals of violence can desensitize individuals to its impact, contributing to a culture of aggression and violence (Bushman & Huesmann, 2006). Similarly, media representations of unrealistic beauty standards can contribute to body dissatisfaction and negative self-image, particularly among young people (Slater & Tiggemann, 2015).
Slater, A., & Tiggemann, M. (2015). A comparative study of the impact of traditional and social media on body image concerns in young women. Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 44(1), 113-124.