Mirror, Mirror
The way a person sees and feels about their physical appearance
This popular photo-editing feature can change your skin, face shape, or even body.
A Filter
This life stage includes physical and emotional changes that affect how teens feel about their bodies.
Puberty
This type of movement benefits both your physical and mental health.
Exercise or physical activity
This is the inner voice that can be either supportive or critical.
Self-talk
True or False: Comparing yourself to others can sometimes lead to a negative body image.
True
Social media mainly shows this kind of content, making it hard to see real-life variety.
Highlight reels or idealized/"aesthetic" images
Everyone grows and changes at a different pace, which is called this.
Individual development or personal growth timeline.
Eating a variety of these helps your body grow and stay energized.
Fruits and vegetables
True or False: Positive self-talk can improve your body image.
True
Name one way your family might influence your body image.
Commenting on your appearance, eating habits, or activity levels
Most influencers post unedited, natural photos of themselves.
False
This hormone increases during puberty and affects body changes.
Estrogen (for girls) or testosterone (for boys)
Getting this many hours of sleep is important for growing teens.
8–10 hours
Finish the affirmation: “I am more than how I ____.”
Look
This part of the brain develops during the teen years and can affect how you feel about how others see you.
The prefrontal cortex
This mental health challenge can worsen from excessive social media use and body comparison.
Body dysmorphia or anxiety
Name one physical change that might cause teens to feel self-conscious.
Acne, body hair, weight gain, or voice changes
This nutrient is important for strong bones and is found in dairy and leafy greens.
Calcium
This technique involves replacing negative thoughts with realistic or positive ones.
Cognitive reframing or thought challenging
This type of image in media is often altered and can set unrealistic body standards.
Edited or photoshopped images
Name one healthy way to use social media without harming your body image.
Following body-positive accounts, limiting screen time, or unfollowing triggering content
This internal system regulates many of the changes during puberty.
The endocrine system
Name one way physical health can support a positive body image.
Feeling stronger, having more energy, or improving mood
Name one strategy to build a more positive inner voice.
Journaling, practicing gratitude, or using affirmations