About this book

Social media promised connection and community, but delivered something far more complex: a mirror that reflects back a curated, often distorted version of ourselves. The Mirror Problem examines how social platforms affect body image, self-worth, identity formation, and social comparison, particularly among young people, and asks what authentic identity looks like in a world of performative profiles.

Main themes

  • Social comparison
  • Body image
  • Identity formation
  • Mental health

Who this book is for

Parents, educators, and young adults navigating the gap between online identity and real life.

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