Factors That Influence Body Image
How does the media typically portray females?
They are typically portrayed as thin and young
What can weight stigma led to?
Weight stigma can lead to the development of an eating disorder.
What are some common examples of disordered eating?
-Obsessively counting calories
-Frequent Dieting
-Feeling shame about eating
-Overeating when bored
-Being hyper-concentrated on appearance
When should you seek treatment?
-When you or someone you know shows signs of an eating disorder.
-When disordered eating has become too big of a problem to handle by yourself.
How can we practice body compassion?
By watching our self-talk and keeping it positive.
How are males typically portrayed in the media?
Males are typically portrayed as tall and muscular
What can muscle dysmorphia led to?
Muscle dysmorphia can lead to the development of steroid use.
What are some common examples of eating disorder?
-Low bodyweight/ fluctuations in bodyweight
-Feeling weak and dizziness
-Feeling cold often
-Discomfort eating around others
-Extreme mood swings
-Frequent Dieting
-Not eating/ refusing foods
How does individual therapy help someone manage an eating disorder?
It helps individuals understand what contributes to their disorder and give resources to take control over them.
How does acknowledging diversity help improve body image.
It recognizes value in different qualities a person may possess that does not match a certain perspective or standard.
How can family influence body image?
They influence eating habits and patterns
They emphasize certain physical qualities such as being athletic for sports
The process media often uses to digitally alter images is called what?
Airbrushing
How is an eating disorder different from disordered eating in the way it affects health?
-Eating disorders significantly interfere with daily life and functionality.
-Eating disorders have major effects on a persons overall health
What is the hotline available for individuals needing support for an eating disorder.
-National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Helpline
How should you respond to a negative influence you cannot avoid?
-Remember their intentions may be good
-Respond with how their comment make you feel
-Ignore their comments
-Get support from someone else
How can peer pressure impact body image?
-Individuals may alter the way they look or act to fit in with a paticular group.
How does airbrushing affect people negatively?
Individuals compare themselves to standards that are unrealistic.
How do eating disorders affect your cardiovascular system?
-Malnutrition leads to muscle tissue lose including the heart
-Electrolyte imbalances disrupt muscle function including heart rhythm
What combination of therapy is recommended to treat an eating disorder?
Individual and family therapy
What are some signs that an image has been edited?
-Faces are too smooth/ no skin pores
-Lines are too sharp or too blurry
-Two images have been combined
-Lines are warped or curved in odd ways
How can joining a sports team affect body image?
-Certain sports emphasize particular body types and features which can negatively impact individuals without those features.
-Joining sports can increase physical health boosting self-confidence
What co-occurring disorders may be associated with an eating disorder?
Mental Illnesses such as OCD, depression, and anxiety disorder.
How do eating disorders affect your endocrine system?
-Males: lowered testosterone
-Females: lowered estrogen may cause loss of menstruation
-Lowered metabolism and body temperature
What treatment is used when an eating disorder has become severe?
-Intensive outpatient programs
-Residential treatment facilities (Rehab)
-Hospitilization
What are the four tips for viewing media critically?
-Limit time consuming media
-Choose media carefully
-Assess whether the media has been altered
-Consider what you share online