Body dysmorphia is an increasing issue for young people throughout the United States. The advent of visual social media has created an environment where users are exposed to unrealistic body images and peer pressure to have the perfect appearance. Ongoing exposure to modified photos and targeted content can lead to negative body image, feelings of inadequacy, and dysmorphia, particularly in teenagers.
If you or a loved one suffered ill effects from social media use as a teenager, you could seek justice and compensation through a social media body dysmorphia lawsuit. You don’t need to do it alone. Contact The Goldwater Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation and be connected with a social media addiction lawsuit lawyer.
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What Is Body Dysmorphia?
Body dysmorphia, also called body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), can arise when someone has a negative body image. Recent studies, such as a Clinics in Dermatology study, link social media use to body dysmorphia in young people. Individuals with BDD may become preoccupied with perceived physical flaws and obsess over their appearance.
In response to low self-esteem, feelings of inadequacy, and negative body image, social media users may experience mental health effects. Dissatisfaction with body image due to social media use can affect the user’s mental health, causing stress, anxiety, and depression. Body dysmorphia and body image issues can also lead to dangerous mental health conditions, including eating disorders, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation or attempts.
Recent evidence has also indicated that social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok established their platforms to foster addictive behavior in young people. Their intention to make these addictive platforms could make them liable for damages that arose as a result of social media addiction, including the mental health effects of body dysmorphia.
The Goldwater Law Firm has the knowledge, experience, and resources to help you seek compensation for body dysmorphia due to social media exposure. Reach out today to discuss your legal options for holding these companies accountable.
How Does Social Media Addiction Relate to Body Dysmorphia?
The serious effects of body dysmorphic disorder can be heightened by exposure or addiction to social media. These compulsions are especially concerning in young people who are more susceptible to mental health issues caused by social media exposure.
When exposed to social media for more than three hours per day, children and adolescents are more likely to suffer from mental health issues, according to a study in JAMA Psychiatry. The potential for negative health issues is high since teens average 3.5 hours per day on social media, per a University of Michigan survey.
Recent studies provide enough concerning evidence that the U.S. Surgeon General issued an Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health. The advisory warns of specific issues posed to young people by social media addiction and recommends protective actions.
Why Are People Filing Social Media Body Dysmorphia Lawsuits?
Although they have been made aware of the issues social media platforms can cause in young users, tech companies have continued to use algorithms, marketing, and other methods to attract young people. Evidence submitted in recent lawsuits indicates that Meta Platforms, Inc., ByteDance, Snap, Inc., and other social media companies purposely targeted youth with the intention of making them addicted to social media apps.
Increased use of and addiction to social media platforms can lead to body dysmorphia and other serious mental health issues. As a result, social media companies face a slew of lawsuits from affected users and their families. The lawsuits claim that social media companies knew of these risks and failed to address them by modifying their products or posting warnings.
If you or someone you know experienced mental health issues as a result of social media use as a child, adolescent, or teenager, you may have grounds to file a social media body dysmorphia lawsuit. The Goldwater Law Firm can help you seek justice and fair compensation for body dysmorphia caused by unscrupulous social media giants.
How Do I Sue For Social Media Body Dysmorphia?
Since social media companies were aware of the risks of body dysmorphia and other mental health issues, they may be held liable for the damages their users incurred. Victims may be able to recover medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.
Hundreds of social media users have filed lawsuits against social media companies for body dysmorphia and other mental health disorders, such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa. Related cases against social media companies were consolidated into multidistrict litigation (MDL No. 3047) in Northern California. You may be able to join the existing social media lawsuit if:
- You or your child used a social media app like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or Snapchat as a child, adolescent, or teenager.
- You suffered from body dysmorphia or another mental health condition because of social media use.
To file a social media addiction lawsuit for body dysmorphia, speak with the friendly team members at The Goldwater Law Firm. We will hear your story and help you connect with a social media body dysmorphia lawsuit lawyer who can explain your legal rights and guide you through the process.
What Damages Can I Recover in a Social Media Body Dysmorphia Lawsuit?
At The Goldwater Law Firm, we know you are angry and frightened after dealing with the mental health impacts of body dysmorphia. We want to help. Our law firm has the knowledge, resources, and connections to help you seek compensation for your losses.
Our legal partners work diligently to recover fair settlements for clients. Losses you could recover in a social media harm lawsuit include:
Economic Losses
Economic losses are actual financial losses you incurred due to body dysmorphia from social media addiction. We may seek to recover the following economic damages:
- Past and future medical expenses related to body dysmorphia
- Income loss (past, current, and future) due to social-media-induced body dysmorphia and related illnesses
- Mental health therapy treatments, including psychotherapy sessions and medication
Non-Economic Losses
Non-economic losses are more subjective than economic damages. They include:
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
We know how body dysmorphia from social media exposure can affect you, your family, and your community. Our legal partners are not afraid to fight against unchecked corporate greed and irresponsibility to achieve a fair settlement.
The Goldwater Law Firm maintains strategic partnerships with large, successful law firms across the U.S., which lets us connect you with the right social media attorney for your claim. We want you to secure the compensation you need for your losses and are here to help you get the legal support you deserve.
How Can a Social Media Lawyer Help With a Body Dysmorphia Lawsuit?
The social media addiction lawyers who partner with The Goldwater Law Firm are respectful, compassionate, and dedicated to seeking results for your social media body dysmorphia claim. As one of the nation’s most recognized law firms, we have helped our clients recover millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts.
Attentive Legal Assistance On a Contingency Fee Agreement
We know how financially devastating mental health issues can be. The Goldwater Law Firm and its legal partners offer free consultations and legal support on a contingency basis. During your free case review, a member of our team will examine the evidence and listen to your story. We will then advise of your legal options and help you connect with an appropriate attorney, as necessary.
Once you sign on, a dedicated legal team works dutifully to recover compensation. They only recover legal fees upon achieving a final payout. This means you only pay for their time if you recover compensation.
Experience and Reputation to Provide Outstanding Legal Support
For more than two decades, The Goldwater Law Firm has been assisting personal injury victims. We are one of the most recognized personal injury firms in the United States. Our extensive experience and connections allow us to source expert testimony from a wide network of specialists and industry experts.
Through our partnerships with outstanding attorneys nationwide, we can help you partner with a social media addiction attorney familiar with cases like yours.
Legal Communication and Document Filing
Social media attorneys through The Goldwater Law Firm take care of every aspect of your body dysmorphia social media claim. They will compile evidence, document damages, file legal actions, and respond to all related correspondence. You can expect them to remain up to date on all new research and legal developments related to your social media claim.
Settlement Negotiations and Trial Proceedings
The Goldwater Law Firm’s partners work to recover fair compensation for the full scope of your losses due to social media body dysmorphia. We firmly believe in holding large corporations accountable for their dishonest behavior. You should not have to pay for the effects of body dysmorphia, while social media companies get away with no consequences. Our law firm partners are not scared to face down large companies in the negotiating room or at trial.
Schedule a Free Consultation to Discuss Your Social Media Body Dysmorphia Lawsuit
Contact The Goldwater Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation with a member of our legal team. We will hear your story and review the available information. If we believe you have grounds to pursue legal action, we will connect you with a social media body dysmorphia attorney who can guide you through the legal process.