thin-fit: roadto—health: fitvillains: Body Image & Children Signs Your Child Has a Negative Body Image Knowing the warning signs of an unhealthy body image in children can help parents identify problems early. What to watch for: Signals that a girl views herself only in terms of her physical appearance. The language your daughter uses to describe herself and her physical development and attractiveness. Excessive dieting Frequent comments about the weight of other girls Worries about sexual attractiveness Depression and low self-esteem Parents can help boost a poor body image by: Helping children understand that their bodies will change and grow Helping children understand that there is not one “ideal” body shape Watching what they say about their own bodies and the comments they make about other people’s bodies Avoiding stereotypes, prejudices, and words like ugly and fat Helping children focus on their abilities and personalities rather than their physical appearance Promoting physical activity and exercise. Girls who play sports tend to have higher levels of self-esteem and healthier body images. “Be fit, not necessarily thin, and you will be healthy for life,” is an excellent motto. Discouraging children from weighing themselves too often via WebMD Omg. Heart=broken ever My sister has gained a couple of pounds, and if it wasnt for my STUPID family. She wouldnt even be eating less and always looking at herself. I think im taking my mirrors off so she wouldnt pay much attention to it.
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