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Live Your REAL Life: The Relationship Between Social Media and Authenticity (Video)

Social media is often referred to as a highlight reel. Posts on platforms like Instagram, TikTok and Facebook tend to depict only the perfect moments of our lives rather than portraying the full picture.

In recognition of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (hosted by NEDA), this educational webinar explores the impacts of social media on mental health, specifically as it relates to body image and disordered eating. Attendees will gain insight into the differences between authenticity and inauthenticity as well as receive tips and tools for building a healthier, more authentic relationship with social media.


About the Presenter:

Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir, LMSW, is a Primary Therapist at The Renfrew Center of New York City. Joining Renfrew in 2020, she received her Bachelor’s degree from Swarthmore College, and her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Fatema loves working with the BIPOC community and helping them explore the intersection of race, culture and eating disorders.

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