Anchors to algorithms, has social media taken on the role of keeping the public informed?
We examine the strong links between social media and self-perception.
Does social media wreck our happiness?
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Young people are anxious and depressed because of their use of Instagram, Snapchat and other platforms. Are they better off without them?
Sober Girl Society: Sobriety in the Instagram age
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The sober and sober-curious movement is growing amongst young women. Millie Gooch, founder of Sober Girl Society, talks to Artefact about how online communities are facilitating this change.
The year is 2013. Miley Cyrus has just caused an uproar by twerking on stage in a latex bra and…
Where are the sad girls now?
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Is the sad girl subculture still relevant in 2022?
Martina Martian: Lucky to capture it all
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The photographer and multidisciplinary designer shares her “wonderful career” as a creative and her personal tips and tricks.
'Instagram helped my eating disorder resurface'
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While social media can be useful and entertaining, especially during a lockdown, there is a darker side which challenges some people to remain in control.
Renaming me is a micro-aggression
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Influencer Yewande Biala revealed how her Love Island co-star Lucie Donlan refused to use her full name as she found it too difficult during their time on the show.