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12 Aug

‘Fatphobic’ TikTok trend is under fire for encouraging body

‘Fatphobic’ TikTok trend is under fire for encouraging body
A TikTok trend centred around a latest filter effect is being called out for body shaming and fatphobia.  Often known as the ‘chubby face’ filter, the effect gives users the looks of a fuller face and folks have been using it to assume what they might appear like in the event that they were at a better weight, before reverting back to their original appearance seemingly relieved to be “thinner” again. Most of the videos are also accompanied by captions stating how the user’s self-esteem increased after the filter was taken off again.The trend has come under fire from many, who're hurt by the fatphobia involved within the videos and having their facial expression be seemingly made fun of. “I hate...
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16 Oct

Alicia Etheredge Brown On The Importance Of Wellness And

Alicia Etheredge Brown On The Importance Of Wellness And
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