University of South Florida Scholar Commons Graduate Theses and Dissertations Graduate School June 2018 The nflueI nce of Instagram Selfies on eF male Millennials’ Appearance Satisfaction Diliara Bagautdinova University of South Florida,
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[email protected]. The Influence of Instagram Selfies on Female Millennials’ Appearance Satisfaction by Diliara Bagautdinova A thesis proposal submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts with a concentration in Strategic Communication Management The Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications College of Arts and Sciences University of South Florida Major Professor: Janelle Applequist, Ph.D. Artemio Ramirez, Ph.D. Kimberly Walker, Ph.D. Date of Approval: June 12, 2018 Keywords: appearance-related comparison, body image, Western beauty standards, social media Copyright © 2018, Diliara Bagautdinova DEDICATION This thesis is wholeheartedly dedicated to my beloved parents and sister, who have always loved me unconditionally and whose good examples have taught me to work hard for the things that I aspire to achieve. This work is also dedicated to my boyfriend, who has provided me with unfailing support and continuous encouragement throughout my study and through the process of researching and writing this thesis.