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Dove Social media and self-esteem

Social media and self-esteem

Social media is a big part of young people's lives and what they see when they're scrolling can impact their self-esteem, confidence and well-being. Help them navigate social media and boost their self-esteem with our free tools and resources.

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    We’ve teamed up with Lena Waithe for Girls Room – an exclusive series inspiring young people with self-love and body positivity.
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    Find out more about our partnership with Steven Universe.
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    How to deal with internet 'haters'
    Concerned that hateful social media comments are upsetting your child? Read our advice on dealing with the negative effects of social media & being bullied online.
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    How does social media affect teens?
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    Why do young people love social media? And could their use of it cause body confidence issues? Advice on minimising the negative impacts of social media.
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    Staying safe online: the effects of social media on young people
    How does social media affect teenagers, and what can parents do to protect their children from the negative effects of social media?
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    Why is social media important to young people?
    Why is social networking so important to young people? Explore the positive and negative effects of social media, and why it can cause loss of self-esteem
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    The Selfie Talk: Self-esteem in the social media age
    Wave goodbye to unrealistic beauty standards and embrace authenticity to build self-confidence in young people.
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