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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Storm Newton

Social media blamed as number of people seeking help for body dysmorphia surges

A young girl using social media app TikTok on a mobile phone - (PA Wire)

The number of people seeking help for body dysmorphia has surged by almost two-thirds in the last three years, according to NHS figures.

“Hyper-unrealistic body expectations” portrayed on social media platforms have also added “rocket fuel” to the situation, officials said.

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