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Ask an expert: Does social media cause poor body image?

By ReachOut Accredited

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GP and mum-of-two Dr Preeya Alexander breaks down the relationship between social media and teen body image.

This service may help:

  • Explain your teen's behaviour
  • Explain the mental health impacts of the online world
  • Direct you to resources with more information

Service for

Parents
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)

Cost

Free

Age group

26 to 69 years

Availability

24/7

Duration

1 day or One-off service

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Featured guest is GP and wellbeing content creator Dr Preeya Alexander