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CELEBRITIES (Do celebrities have a duty to act as responsible role models…

- - - - public is able to have more access to the lifestyles of celebrities and get the impression that their lives are very relaxed lavish evoking envy in people.
        
        evokes envy in people, makes them want to become celebrities as well
      - Impressionable youths may think that fame is equivalent to happiness and success
      - Online personalities like youtubers often start viral trends that are copied by their fans all over the world
    - - promotes insecurities within youngsters
        
        encourages adolescents to engage in self-harm and unhealthy practices in order to achieve their 'ideal' body type
        
        solution
      - public may want to look more like celebrities as celebrities are deemed as hansome/beautiful
        
        they may use plastic surgery to change their features to resemble the celebrities
  - - - they will think twice before pursuing fame
      - Less likely to be swayed by the media because they are aware of the consequences
- - - - Playing games and hanging out with friends
      - They need to be more cautious of their surroundings because they may get mobbed by their fans
    - - May lead to high levels of stress if they can’t mange and filter constructive criticism
- - - - Links to mental health disorders
        
        When celebrities minimize the severity of eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia, or endorse taking unhealthy products to suppress appetite, they are emulating dysfunction.
        
        Research shows that young men also experience body dissatisfaction and depression as a result of viewing media images. And this body dissatisfaction can lead to unhealthy, excessive exercising among male teens.
        
        Studies find that young women who consume media with many images of an unrealistic “thin ideal” are more likely to exhibit symptoms of disordered eating
    - - Eg Kim Kardashian famous for her controversial scandals
    - - Celebrities play into this trend when they document their extreme diets
      - celebrities minimize the severity of eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia, or endorse taking unhealthy products to suppress appetite, they are emulating dysfunction.
        
        enforces the idea that teens have to be of a certain 'weight' and 'shape' for both males and females
        
        pressures teens to purchase such products to change themselves to fit beauty standards
  - - - Reason
        
        teens often idolize celebrities and want to be like them. Therefore, if they see images on Instagram of a favorite singer or actor using drugs or drinking, they might be tempted to do so as well.
  - - - That’s because nutrition and teen mental health are closely linked. Certain nutrients directly contribute to mental health. And an increasing body of research reveals the negative impact of sugar on the brain and body.
- - - - Example
        
        Singaporean swimmer - Joseph Schooling
        When schooling first met his hero world champion swimmer Michael Phelps in a competition, Schooling lost, but Phelps encouraged him to not give up.
        Eight years later, Schooling not only won Singapore’s first Olympic gold medal in Swimming, but he did so by beating his role model, Michael Phelps
      - Youths are challenged to achieve their dreams
    - - provides inspiration and builds perseverance
  - - - Examples
        
        England’s Prince Harry has spoken publicly about the trauma of losing his mother, Princess Diana
        Subsequently, he and Prince William formed the Heads Together initiative. The project tackles stigma, raises awareness, and provides help for people with mental health challenges.
        
        Ariana Grande has been frank about her battle with PTSD and anxiety following a bombing at a concert venue while she was performing.
        
        before reportedly entering rehab after an apparent drug overdose earlier this summer, Demi Lovato released a song about relapse, titled “Sober.” Consequently, the song inspired young people nationwide to open up about their substance abuse and mental health challenges.
        Lovato has struggled for years with drug abuse, alcoholism, depression, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders. While her recovery continues, her song helped increase understanding around relapse and addiction. For many people, relapse is part of the recovery journey. Furthermore, it provides an opportunity to address the underlying issues and build better coping strategies.
        
        Shows that celebrities are not all that perfect and gives courage to people who may be facing the same issues
    - - Celebrities can catalyse public support for beneficial change
      - Influence is used to support the well being of others
    - - eg. Jackie Chan (famous martial arts actor)
        
        raised 29million dollars for drought relief in China
        
        Jackie Chan charitable Foundation raised 5.2 million dollars for Singapore Thong Chai Medical institution
      - encourages youths to do the same and try their best to help the needy groups