The Instagram Effect

Available now on BBC Nordic+.

How Instagram became the dominant force it is today, told by those on the inside. In just ten years, Instagram has gained over a billion users worldwide, shaping culture, trends and the way we live our lives. But its impact on society is increasingly being questioned as governments step up efforts to regulate social media networks.

The Instagram Effect

Watch The Instagram Effect

On BBC Nordic+.

Synopsis

This is the first documentary to examine the app's effects on users since whistle-blower Frances Haugen disclosed internal company research proving Facebook, now known as Meta, was aware of Instagram's role in exacerbating issues around body image and self-harm for younger users. Meta says the research shows the majority of its users have a positive experience on the platform. Haugen and a numb…