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Body Image and Body Shaming (Hot Topics)

Full title: Body Image and Body Shaming (Hot Topics)
ISBN: 9781534560161
ISBN 10: 1534560165
Authors: Green, Meghan Lankford J. R.
Publisher: Lucent Press
Num. pages: 112
Binding: Library Binding
Language: en
Published on: 2017

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Synopsis

Puberty Is A Critical Time For Young Adults In Forming A Positive Self-image. They Are Constantly Bombarded With Images And Comments Regarding Ideal Body Types From The Media, Friends, And Family. Through Charts And Full-color Photographs, Readers Gain Information About The Subjectivity Of Beauty Standards And The Importance Of Being Healthy Regardless Of Body Type. The Material Engages Readers And Allows Them To Think Critically About The Stereotypes They Are Subjected To. A List Of Websites Is Included To Offer Them Assistance In Dealing With The Pressure Of Conforming To Expectations.