Explain the concept of mediated social comparison

What will be an ideal response?


This concept is based on images of physical attractiveness provided by the media.
These pervasive and accessible images can affect self esteem in both men and women by
reinforcing the image of what is considered to be physically attractive. Since this image
is next to impossible to attain, this comparison can have a negative effect on men and
women.

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