As the old saying goes, the grass is always greener on the other side. The best example of that in the digital era is social media, which became a tool to spread unrealistic expectations about lifestyle, body image and self-worth.
The unbelievably high standards set by the “perfect” life in social media apps is affecting the way people see themselves, which in turn can culminate in the development of mental disorders like depression and anxiety.
Mental health programs that promote recognizing one’s true value and avoiding comparison to others, especially through social media, can be of great help to decrease the number of adults who develop mental disorders because of unrealistic standards set by virtual friends.