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What type of models does US media predominantly show?
What type of models does US media predominantly show?
Which of the following is a common feature emphasized by the media?
Which of the following is a common feature emphasized by the media?
How can having a strong ethnic or racial identity impact a person's body image?
How can having a strong ethnic or racial identity impact a person's body image?
Which group's body ideals are less likely to view a very thin female body as ideal?
Which group's body ideals are less likely to view a very thin female body as ideal?
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Which group tends to idealize curves more than thinness?
Which group tends to idealize curves more than thinness?
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Which athletic activity is most likely to emphasize thinness?
Which athletic activity is most likely to emphasize thinness?
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Which of the following activities emphasizes muscle mass or strength?
Which of the following activities emphasizes muscle mass or strength?
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What is a possible positive outcome for teens who participate in non-body-type-specific sports?
What is a possible positive outcome for teens who participate in non-body-type-specific sports?
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Which aspect can negatively impact teens' feelings about their bodies in certain athletic activities?
Which aspect can negatively impact teens' feelings about their bodies in certain athletic activities?
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What do teens who feel good about their bodies tend to focus on in sports?
What do teens who feel good about their bodies tend to focus on in sports?
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Study Notes
Body Image
- Body image is the way you think and feel about your body's appearance
- It's not necessarily related to how your body actually looks
- People may like or dislike aspects of their bodies
Social Environment
- Social environment influences body image, including relationships and community
- Family members can affect body image by emphasizing certain physical qualities
- This can lead to negative body image and pressure to have a certain appearance
Unhealthy Changes to Teens' Bodies
- Teen boys may use steroids to become more muscular, risking serious side effects
- Many teens have plastic surgery to fit in with peers, risking infections and scarring
- Teens of color may use unhealthy products to bleach their skin, risking mercury poisoning and dermatitis
Media and Society
- Media spreads messages about attractiveness, often associating physical traits with a healthy lifestyle
- Advertisements for products like cars, deodorant, and clothing promote unhealthy beauty standards
Female Bodies in the Media
- The average woman in the US wears a size 12-14, but models featured in magazines wear a size 0-4
- Media images of celebrities and models set unhealthy standards for women
- The ideal female body type is not universal and varies by country and culture
Ideal vs Average Body Size
- Teen girls idealize a height of 5'7" and weight of 100 pounds
- The average teen girl is between 5'1" and 5'4" and weighs between 101-109 pounds
The Ideal Is Not Universal
- In countries with limited food supplies, people prefer larger female bodies
- Researchers believe that larger bodies are seen as healthier and more fertile in these societies
Male Bodies in the Media
- The media portrays males as tall, muscular, and lean with full facial hair
- In reality, males are still developing throughout adolescence and may not have these characteristics
- 25% of males with a normal weight perceive themselves as underweight, and 90% exercise to bulk up
Diversity in the Media and Body Image
- A study found that 74% of models in fashion magazines were classified as having a healthy weight, but few showed wrinkles or graying hair
- Over 90% of actors in mainstream movies were Caucasian
- The lack of diversity in media can negatively impact self-esteem and body image
Race and Ethnicity
- US media tends to show mostly Caucasian or light-skinned models
- People of different racial and ethnic backgrounds have a wide variety of physical features
- Having a strong ethnic or racial identity can help protect against negative body image
Athletic Activities
- Certain athletic activities emphasize particular body types and features, negatively impacting body image
- Teens who participate in activities that don't emphasize body types may experience less pressure and feel better about their bodies
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Description
Explore how body image is influenced by social environment, relationships, and community. Learn how family members can affect body image and lead to negative perceptions.
