The Intersection of Social Media and Body Image: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis

Abstract

This study describes a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of scholarly publications on the arena of Intersection of social media and body image 2013 to 2024, aiming to describe the global research patterns in this field. Sourcing data from several reputable academic journals from 2013 to 2024, identified key research clusters, prolific sources of data. Interpretations of citation data reveal the impactful works that have shaped understanding and discourse the intersection of social media and body image. Data extracted from Web of science data base and the final number of document results is 627. The analysis also discovers emerging trends, shifts in research methodologies. The mapping process is done by using R tool (Biblioshiny) and VOS Viewer. The search methodology involves focusing on a specific subject area and using titles, keywords, and abstracts of the study materials. The search methodology involves focusing on a specific subject area and using titles, keywords, and abstracts of the study materials.