[CALIBK12] [CSLA Research Update] Body image study

[Lesley Farmer]

Primary school pupils should be taught how the media use airbrushing to
manipulate pictures of women, according to a report revealing that
girls as young as seven are worried about their bodies,linking
appearance to happiness and self-esteem.Even at seven, they believe
girls who are slim and pretty are more likely to be happy, well-liked,
friendly and clever, while those who are overweight or less attractive
are more likely to be unhappy, lonely or victims of bullying. Negative
comments and teasing by family members about appearance and weight are
one of the most damaging influences on girls' self-image, according to
the research, which calls on parents and others not to criticise looks
and to offer reassurance instead. Girl Guiding UK. (2007). Girls shout
out! Under ten and under pressure. London: Girl Guiding
UK.http://www.girlguiding.org.uk/

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Posted By Lesley Farmer to CSLA Research Update at 11/21/2007 02:07:00
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