February 28, 2025Journal of Student ResearchOpen Access

From Idols to Ideals: The Influence of Korean Culture on Adolescents Body Image

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Body dissatisfaction increases the risk of eating disorders among adolescents in South Korea, highlighting a critical public health concern.
A systematic review revealed that K-culture and media contribute significantly to unhealthy beauty standards, promoting body image issues.
Sociocultural pressures reinforce idealized body standards, leading to greater body dissatisfaction and associated mental health challenges.
Addressing cultural influences is essential for fostering healthier body image perceptions in teens and reducing eating disorders.

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Systematic review shows media influence heightens body dissatisfaction in adolescents, indicating K-culture's role in eating disorder risks.

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Systematic review shows media influence heightens body dissatisfaction in adolescents, indicating K-culture's role in eating disorder risks.