Do social media 'Likes' make teens buy more junk food?

NCT ID NCT06969638

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: NYU Langone Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how the number of 'likes' on social media food ads influences what Black and White teenagers (ages 13-17) choose to buy. Researchers will show ads with many or few likes and featuring Black or White individuals, then ask teens to pick snacks in a hypothetical store. The goal is to see if social media popularity affects food decisions.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to: If successful, this could help understand how social media influences teens' food choices, potentially informing future public health campaigns or regulations.
What could go wrong: This is an observational-style behavioral study with hypothetical choices, not a real-world purchase setting. Results may not reflect actual eating habits or apply to all teens.

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Conditions

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Food Preferences

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FOOD SELECTION

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Locations

NYU Langone Health
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New York, New York, 11106, United States

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