India, May 10 -- In today's digital age, social media has become deeply woven into everyday life, shaping not only how people connect but also how they perceive themselves and others. While these platforms initially encouraged authentic sharing and connection, experts believe the growing pressure to maintain a visually perfect online image is creating a significant mental and emotional burden. (Also read: Mother's Day special: Understanding the hidden 'mental load' mothers carry every single day )

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Vaishaly Bharambe, MBBS, MD, PhD-Anatomy, counsellor, medical educator, and founder of VB Anatomy Academy, explained how social media has gradually shifted from a space of authenticity to one driven by aest...