On the first days of summer, the first thought that comes to many women’s minds (and some men’s minds too) is “how am I going to put on a bathing suit?” The fear of having to don revealing clothing in warm-weather months can trigger some women to adopt extreme diets, dangerously intense exercise routines or even prompt them to become depressed and unwilling to participate in fun summer activities with their friends and families.
What Causes a Negative Body Image?
Feeling unhappy about the way you look can start at a very young age. In fact, a recent study by University of Central Florida researchers found that nearly half of 3 to 6 year old girls surveyed said they worry about being fat, while one-third said they would change an aspect of their appearance, such as their weight or hair color.
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