Psychology & Psychiatry
8 ways to manage body image anxiety after lockdown
Being able to socialize again may bring enthusiasm and a sense of normalcy—but it may also increase anxiety over how your body might have changed.
Jun 15, 2021
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News tagged with negative body image
Overweight & Obesity
'I'm not just fat, I'm old!'
Similar to talking about being fat, talking about being old is an important an indicator of body dissatisfaction, shows research in BioMed Central's open access journal Journal of Eating Disorders.
Feb 20, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Developing a positive body image
When it comes to body image, we often think of the media as having a big impact on how and what we think about our bodies. However, there are many factors that can influence a person's body image. So what can you do to foster ...
Nov 16, 2017
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Health
Science-based diet tips that really work
(HealthDay)—There's no shortage of good diet advice, but the following tips have scientific research to support them.
Jul 26, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Increased time on Facebook could lead women to negative body images
The mediated version of what women should look like has always been under scrutiny, particularly looking at actresses and fashion models. But what about body image from social networks and friends? A recent study by researchers ...
Apr 10, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Obesity stigma keeps many from life-saving cancer screening: Study
Many people who are overweight or obese avoid cancer screening for fear of stigma and judgment about their weight, British researchers report.
May 19, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Activewear angst: Why shopping for workout clothes can be harmful to women
Though it's just as likely to be worn while lounging on the couch as in the gym, a large driver of activewear's popularity among women is its association with a dynamic lifestyle, positive well-being and overall good health.
Jul 28, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Women deflated by #Fitspiration images
Researchers have found that the #Fitspiration philosophy is flawed, making many women feel worse about themselves and their bodies rather than inspiring them to exercise.
Mar 4, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Survey: Nearly 7 in 10 parents believe social media image editing apps and filters have a negative influence on children
With children more plugged in to social media than ever before, a wave of new image editing apps and filters along with trends related to appearance have parents concerned about damage to body image.
May 23, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
All forms of sexual harassment can cause psychological harm
"Being exposed to non-physical sexual harassment can negatively affect symptoms of anxiety, depression, negative body image and low self-esteem," say Associate Professor Mons Bendixen and Professor Leif Edward Ottesen Kennair ...
Nov 9, 2017
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