Binge Drinkers and “Drunk Posting” on Social Media

College students who are binge drinkers frequently post on social media while they’re drunk, seemingly without considering possible consequences, according to a new study. “During these times when young students are feeling disinhibited by alcohol, they may be even more likely than usual to post inappropriate material without considering the future impact,” said lead researcher… Continue reading Binge Drinkers and “Drunk Posting” on Social Media

Instagram and Weight Loss

Instagram users do more than just post selfies – some track food intake and are even held accountable by followers when they are trying to meet healthy-eating or weight-loss goals. Researchers from the University of Washington conducted in-depth interviews with 16 people who consistently record and share what they eat on Instagram; the interviews focused… Continue reading Instagram and Weight Loss