Self-Love Isn’t Selfish S1E2 – Heroin chic: Idealistic view on drugs through body dysphoria

By Olivia Hallinan-Gan, Podcaster

January 4, 2024

Content Warning: This podcast episode contains information about eating disorders and drug use. If you or anyone you know needs support, you can reach out to The National Eating Disorders Association by calling or texting 800-931-2237 or the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration by calling or texting 800-662-4357.

On this episode of Self-Love Isn’t Selfish, host Olivia Hallinan-Gan (‘26) speaks about her experience seeing drugs on social media and the way it has affected her view of her body. She explores the many ways drugs are advertised to teen girls in the media and how it perpetuates severe body image issues.

About the Contributor

Olivia Hallinan-Gan, Podcaster

Olivia Hallinan-Gan joined The Oracle as a staff reporter in 2022. In 2023 she became Copy Editor of Hestia's Flame, the yearbook, and a podcaster on The Oracle. She is now Managing Editor of the yearbook. Her podcast centers around how ideological and political ideals affect women, specifically teenage girls. She is on Dance Leadership Team, the chess club, a member of the Ambassador Leadership Team and a part of the Artemis Center.

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Katie Ray McKillop • Jan 11, 2024 at 1:50 pm

What an insightful podcast! I’m excited for the next episode


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Maya Hernandez • Jan 11, 2024 at 1:30 pm

Olivia! This is incredible, your insight and thoroughness is so important. I love love love!


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Michael Collins • Jan 6, 2024 at 2:05 pm

Social media often portrays curated versions of reality, and aspiring to unrealistic standards can indeed have harmful effects on mental health. Embracing one’s uniqueness is essential for overall well-being.

Can’t wait for the next episode


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