Eating Disorders
Mention the name of one eating disorder
Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating
Only obese people have body image issues
True or False
False
This myth disregards the fact that individuals of all body types can experience body dissatisfaction and related issues. People of all shapes and sizes can face pressures from societal standards and personal insecurities.
This type of editing is commonly used in magazines and advertisements to alter body shapes and sizes.
photoshopping
Mention one behavioural sign or one psychological sign of an eating disorder
behavioural: obsessive calorie counting, rigid food rules, avoidance of social situations involving food, frequent trips to the bathroom (purging)
Psychological: preoccupation with body weight, shape, and appearance; distorted body image, low self-esteem, mood swings, anxiety, depression, or irritability
Eating a balanced diet and engaging in regular physical activity are important for overall health and well-being, regardless of body size or shape.
True or False
True
Mention impacts social media can have on body image
Social comparison, self-esteem, perfectionism
In which eating disorder do people have severe low body weight?
Anorexia Nervosa
Weight loss is the solution to all body image issues.
True or False
False:
While weight loss may be a goal for some individuals, it's not a guaranteed solution to body image concerns. True improvement often comes from addressing underlying psychological factors, challenging negative thought patterns, and fostering self-compassion, regardless of weight changes.
What is media literacy?
This term describes the ability to understand, analyze, and critically evaluate media messages.
Mention two symptoms that are common among all the eating disorders
Low self-esteem, depression
It's normal for everyone in magazines and on social media to have perfect bodies without any editing or retouching
True or False
False
This phenomenon occurs when individuals compare themselves to idealized images in the media possibly leading to negative self-perception
Social comparison