Research shows that the LGBTQI+ communities increased use of social media together with the exposure to highly visual and appearance focused content has shown a link with poorer body image.
Gay, bisexual and queer men are at a higher risk of negative body image, and this is linked with negative mood, sexual and health outcomes.
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Emma Whitty, A youth LGBTQI+ worker based in Wexford spoke to Fran about this and the recent controversy with RTE and Dublin Pride.