Body Image
Body Image Is………. A person’s self image or mental picture of him or herself Includes feelings and attitudes towards physical appearance Includes how others view them Developing a positive body image will help enhance self esteem http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gC9g-1MJdE4
Society Society’s pressures has resulted in unhealthy and unrealistic obsessions
Females Society’s pressures have resulted in unrealistic obsessions amongst females that include: Thinness Plastic surgery Extreme dieting/Fad Diets Eating Disorders http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMxtBL8lHbU&feature=related
Men Males strive for bulk and a “ripped” defined look Some males turn to aids to help achieve this image These aids include: Steroids Supplements Plastic surgery