1. Eating Disorders and the Media
From a very young age we are lead to believe that the only way to be accepted and fit in, is to be thin. Along with this we are also lead to believe that those who are thin are more successful and happier (Silverstein 1991). ... Obesity is not very attractive nor health conscience either, but the weight of a person is not relative to how they should be judged (Silverstein 1991). ... This experience can be traumatic for many, and the unrecognized dependency of parents and lack of experience making adult decisions on their own can cause problems. ... These young women are surrounded by images...
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