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A study found that cognitive inflexibility related to body image and exercise increases the risk of dysfunctional exercise behaviors in men with a strong drive for muscularity, highlighting potential targets for intervention.
Social media's promotion of idealized muscular bodies is contributing to a new form of disordered eating called muscularity-oriented disordered eating (Mode), which predominantly affects young men and involves extreme dieting, supplement use, and body checking, leading to physical and mental health risks. The trend is fueled by influencers and platforms like Instagram and TikTok, and awareness and intervention are needed to address this public health concern.