Most of us are well aware of the fact that the media and the fashion and cosmetics industries regularly photoshop and airbrush images of models in advertising material. How has the media influenced our body image? Do we have women and men striving to look like models that do not even exist in reality? Do we … Read more
What is Body Image? Body image is how a person thinks and feels about their body. There are 4 aspects to body image: The way we see our own body when we look in the mirror The way we feel about our body The way we act in relation to our body The thoughts we … Read more
“Urgh, take these chips away from me, I’m not going to be able to do up my jeans tomorrow.” “That’s crazy, you’re so skinny! If you’re fat, then I’m humongous.” “No way, look at these thighs! I swear I’ve put on three kilos this weekend.” Does this conversation sound familiar to you? … Read more
