It’s more than just #loveyourbody: How body image is critical for mental health and how to improve it
There are a LOT of misconceptions about body image, and this complex concept is often oversimplified and misrepresented online. So what exactly is body image, and why is it important for our young people? Body image refers to the thoughts and feelings that people have about their bodies, and the behaviours they engage in as […]
Building better body image in the classroom: What teachers and educators need to know
Schools are one of the most influential environments in young peoples’ lives,and on their wellbeing. They provide a structured setting where students are learning about mental health and interacting with peers and friends, who impact each other’s self esteem, body image and mental health more and more throughout adolescence. Body image is a big […]
Building better body image at home: 5 top tips for parents
As parents, we want our kids to feel strong, happy and confident in their own skin—but in a world filled with unrealistic beauty standards and social media pressures, how do we make that happen? The good news is that as parents, we are one of the main influences on our child’s body image—at least until […]
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