Darren Elliott, PhD

About Me

Darren Elliott, PhD

I’m an ambitious knowledge-seeker, always eager to lend a helping hand. Everything I do is rooted in wanting to understand how things are and playing my part to make them better.

I have a PhD in Screen and Media. During my research, I explored the impact of social media on adults’ body image experiences. I discovered that social media has a dual nature – it can simultaneously fuel body image dissatisfaction while also nurturing positive body image experiences.

With this blog, I’ll share insights from my research, provide summaries of existing studies, and reflect on contemporary body image issues. It’s a space where I strive to bring about positive change.

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Hiya, I’m Darren, a Kiwi writer and researcher working to change how we think about body image.

My mission is to explore the influences behind people’s everyday body image experiences and use what I learn to make things better.

I hope my writing can offer support to individuals dealing with their own body image challenges, and institutions seeking to contribute to a more body positive world.

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