The British photographer Rankin recently conducted an experiment for a project titled “Selfie Harm.” He photographed 15 teenagers between ages 13 and 19 and gave them the untouched portraits to edit themselves. Each teen was instructed to retouch their face until it was “social media ready.”
The teens were given 5 minutes to use any editing apps available these days for mobiles.
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Rankin says the models actually preferred the original, unretouched photos of themselves, but they edited the photos based on what other people their age do on social media.
“People are mimicking their idols, making their eyes bigger, their nose smaller and their skin brighter, and all for social media likes,” Rankin says.
“It’s time to acknowledge the damaging effects that social media has on people’s self-image.”
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Essay task:
1. Read the question, answer the question (just for yourself firstly), formulate your strong thesis.
2. Write down the thesis as accurate as possible.
3. Support your thesis: give 3 clear arguments - reasons, try to convince your readers to share your view.
Question:
Do social media have the damaging effects on people's self-image?
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Arguments:
You need 3 strong arguments supporting your thesis.
You need to prove your readers that your arguments are correct.
How? explanation and example
or
two (different) explanations
or
two (different) examples
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Thesis 1:
Social media has a damaging effect on people's self-image because it creates unrealistic beauty standards, encourages unhealthy comparison, and increases the risk of mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.
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Three supporting arguments:
The constant exposure to heavily edited images and filters promotes unrealistic beauty ideals that most people cannot achieve naturally.
Social media fosters a culture of comparison, where individuals measure their worth based on followers, likes, and lifestyles of others.
Studies show that prolonged use of social media is linked to higher levels of anxiety, depression, and dissatisfaction with one's own appearance.
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Thesis 2:
Social media does not inherently damage people's self-image; instead, it provides opportunities for self-expression, community support, and positive body image movements that empower individuals.
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Three supporting arguments:
Platforms allow individuals to share authentic stories and connect with communities that promote body positivity and self-acceptance.
Social media can give marginalized voices visibility, offering a space to challenge traditional beauty norms rather than reinforce them.
Many users find inspiration and motivation from influencers and peers who embrace diverse appearances and healthy lifestyles.
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Questions:
Should students be allowed to grade their teachers?
Should schools make the use of artificial intelligence compulsory in learning?
Lesduur is: 80 min
