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‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’: Why Teens Are Turning To Plastic Surgery | TODAY

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Warm-up Questions

What do you think “Snapchat dysmorphia” might mean based on the title?
Why might teens feel pressure to look different on social media?
Do you think plastic surgery is becoming more common for teenagers? Why or why not?

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‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’: Why Teens Are Turning To Plastic Surgery | TODAY

A new trend and rising numbers (00:00 – 01:36)

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1. What new term do plastic surgeons use for this trend?

Teenage makeover syndrome
Selfie surgery disease
Snapchat dysmorphia
Filter addiction disorder

2. Why do some young patients want surgery, according to the report?

To prepare for professional modeling
To look like celebrities in movies
To look more like they do in filtered selfies
To recover from sports injuries

3. About how many teens had cosmetic procedures in 2017, according to the video?

Nearly 2.3 million
Nearly 23,000
Nearly 230,000
Nearly 3,200

‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’: Why Teens Are Turning To Plastic Surgery | TODAY

Social pressure, bullying, and confidence (01:36 – 03:12)

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1. What do the students say people often compare on social media?

Vacation destinations
Likes and followers
Grades and test scores
Workout routines

2. Why did the teen in the story decide to get surgery?

He wanted to copy a filter
He was bullied for his big ears
He wanted to look older for work
He lost a bet with friends

3. What does the expert warn can happen besides infections and complications?

Surgery will lower social media use
Surgery will remove the ability to smile naturally
Teens may become dependent and develop body dysmorphia
Teens will always need surgery again every year

‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’: Why Teens Are Turning To Plastic Surgery | TODAY

Mixed messages, parental consent, and deeper questions (03:12 – 04:49)

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1. What does the teen admit about getting lip injections?

She fell victim to beauty standards and is sending a mixed message
It was only for medical reasons
It was a prank for a video
It made her want to quit social media

2. What do the presenters say parents usually must do for teen cosmetic surgery?

Ask the school for approval
Sign off (give permission) and probably pay for it
Create a social media contract
Wait until the teen turns 21

3. Why do some plastic surgeons say they will not do these procedures on kids, even with parental consent?

Because it always leads to infections
Because it is illegal in every state
Because filters make surgery unnecessary
Because teens are not emotionally and physically developed

‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’: Why Teens Are Turning To Plastic Surgery | TODAY

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1. What is the main problem the video highlights?

Schools are encouraging students to get cosmetic procedures
Plastic surgery is always unsafe for adults
Some teens seek cosmetic surgery to match unrealistic, filtered images
Teenagers are using Snapchat less than before

2. Which factor is presented as a strong influence on teens’ self-image?

Shopping malls closing
Social media feedback like likes and followers
Weather and climate
Learning a new language

3. What broader question do the presenters suggest we should focus on?

How to become an influencer quickly
Which surgery is cheapest for teens
How to make filters more realistic
Whether people should want cosmetic procedures at all, not only what age is right

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’: Why Teens Are Turning To Plastic Surgery | TODAY

Do social media filters change what people think is “normal” or “beautiful”? How?
At what age (if any) do you think cosmetic surgery should be allowed, and why?
How can teens protect their self-worth from depending on likes and followers?
What responsibilities do parents, influencers, and apps have in this issue?