The relationship between social media usage and body image has been well-established in the literature; however, social media companies’ use of algorithms may intensify this association, as algorithms provide viewers with personalized content that is often more extreme, less monitored, and designed to keep users engaged for longer periods of time. This article details the recent media coverage of algorithms, revelations by former social media employees regarding the problematic usage of algorithms, and revelations that social media companies are aware of the harm posed by their implementation of algorithms, particularly for young, vulnerable users. We provide recommendations for influencers, educators, researchers, clinicians, parents, and users, and conclude that it is ultimately the responsibility of the social media corporations to protect and enhance the well-being of their users.

社交媒体的使用和身体形象之间的关系在文献中已经得到了很好的证实。然而，社交媒体公司对算法的使用可能会加剧这种关联，因为算法为观众提供的个性化内容通常更加极端、监控更少，并且旨在让用户更长时间地参与其中。本文详细介绍了最近媒体对算法的报道、前社交媒体员工对算法使用问题的揭露，以及社交媒体公司意识到其算法实施所带来的危害，特别是对年轻、易受伤害的用户。我们为影响者、教育工作者、研究人员、临床医生、家长和用户提供建议，