Perceptions and Attitudes of Medical and Non-Medical Students towards Aesthetic Interventions; A Cross-Sectional Study
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https://doi.org/10.51985/Keywords:
Aesthetic interventions, Cosmetic surgery, Medical Students, Non-medical studentsAbstract
Objective: To evaluate the impact of social media on perceptions, attitudes, and decision-making regarding aesthetic interventions among medical and non-medical students.
Study Design and Setting: A cross-sectional study was conducted with students from Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences, Altamash Dental College, and SZABIST University in Karachi, Pakistan.
Methodology: An online survey was administered, consisting of three sections: socio-demographics, social media usage, and perceptions of aesthetic interventions. It assessed time spent on social media, preferred platforms, exposure to aesthetic content, and views on beauty standards. A p-value =0.05 considered statistically significant.
Result: Among 384 participants (70.3% female, 53.1% medical students), significant differences were found in perceptions of cosmetic surgery (p=0.032), body satisfaction (p=0.016), self-esteem (p=0.022), and social media influence (p=0.004). Conclusion: Social media significantly influences beauty perceptions, self-esteem, and body satisfaction, with professional background impacting views. Further research is needed to explore the psychological and social effects of cosmetic procedures.
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