Body Image/Self-Esteem 7th Grade

What are the common trends for men in these advertisements?

What are the common trends for the ladies in these advertisements?

What do these trends tell us about society and its expectations for us? Do you think that society and media put added pressure on us to look a certain way?

Brainstorm qualities that society forces many to try to achieve. Are these qualities realistic or unnatural? Female Photoshop Bigger Faster Stronger Photoshop

Body Image: How you feel about and see your body. Self-Esteem: How much you value, respect and feel confident about yourself.

Influences on body image Your family and friends Media Teachers or coaches

Building a healthy body Image What are your positive qualities?

Eating Disorders A disease that involves an unhealthy concern with ones body weight and shape Over exercising Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa Binge Eating Disorder

Giving and Getting Help What do you do when you think a friend has an eating disorder? Talk to them in private Be caring, calm and understanding Let them talk and listen- do not interrupt Advise them to get help If they refuse- tell a counselor, parent or nurse about your concerns YOU MAY SAVE THEIR LIFE

Healthy Weight Range: A healthy estimate of how much you should weight based on your height, weight and body frame. Energy Balance: Balance calories you eat with calories you burn

FAD DIETS Diets that promise quick results with little effort. Are they effective? NO Typically they have many harsh side effects that lead to bigger problems

Weight will automatically come back as soon as you are done with the diet/taking the pills/supplements. THE BEST WAY OF LOSING WEIGHT: Eat balanced nutritional meals Slightly lower your calorie intake to about 300-500 less than your daily needs. You will loose weight, keep it off and feel great without side effects of fad diets

FAD DIETS INCLUDE The belt Vibrator South Beach Diet Atkins and Low carb Diets Low Fat Diets Cleanses