Unrealistic Standards Of Teenagers

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Media is looked at by most people in society as a way to receive news, albeit sometimes biased. Although many news channels and companies often sway a story in favor of their beliefs, media in general is just another tool for entertainment or education. Teens, however, are subconsciously affected by unrealistic standards set by media. Most magazines use photoshop in almost every that they include in their final draft, and have articles that tell how best to live your life or talk to people. Teenage years are a critical part of life, and these standards make many teens feel as though they aren’t good enough for others. They begin to develop eating, mental, and social disorders to try and ‘make themselves better’, leading to unhealthy social