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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.

Our mission is to ensure that the next generation grows up enjoying a positive relationship with the way they look—helping young people raise their self-esteem and realize their full potential.

We’ve partnered with leading experts in the fields of psychology, health, and body image to create a program of evidence-based resources, including parenting advice, to help young people form healthy friendships, overcome body image issues, and be their best selves.

Confident Me at Home: Self-esteem activities for home learning
Build body confidence and learn at home with our self-esteem activities.

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#SelfEsteemAtHome: Body confidence classes for kids
The Dove Self-Esteem Project has teamed up with body positive activist Megan Crabbe @bodyposipanda to provide positivity for young people through classes while they’re staying safe at home.

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#Sponsored: navigating the world of social media influencers – Dove
Many young people see social media influencers as authentic sources of advice, inspiration and recommendations. Find out how to help them spot sponsored ads.

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Positive body confidence: how social media can affect body image
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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Social media, filters and The Selfie Talk
With the rise of social media, filters and digital distortion there's never been a better time to have the Selfie Talk.

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How does social media affect teens?
Social media issues permeate every aspect of a young person’s life these days, whether it’s revealing TMI (Too Much Info) about their boyfriend or girlfriend on Snapchat, having public spats with their BFF (Best Friend Forever) on Twitter or inadvertently inviting gatecrashers by posting party details on Facebook.

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Curating a positive social media feed – Dove
The accounts we follow on social media can have a big impact on our self-esteem and body confidence. Find out how to curate a positive social media feed here.

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Effects of Social Networking – Dove
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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#DetoxYourFeed with the Dove Self-Esteem Project

1 in 2 girls say toxic beauty advice on social media causes low self-esteem. Join us on our mission to change this with our parents' guide.

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