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Body Image Among Elementary-Aged Children: Development, Implications, And Interventions, Mindy Beth Probst
Body Image Among Elementary-Aged Children: Development, Implications, And Interventions, Mindy Beth Probst
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Body image is the mental image or conception that one has of one's body. Its development is effected by an individual's life experiences beginning at birth. Statistics show that close to half of elementary-aged children are already dissatisfied with their bodies and have begun to develop negative body images. Review of the current literature suggests that family, peers, cultural values and the media, and changes in physical appearance related to adiposity rebound and puberty are the major causes of this unfortunate situation. Research is also showing that children are participating in unhealthy diet and exercise practices as a result of …