Abstract
Cultural ideals of attractiveness have shifted to become more out of reach for the average person, making body image a significant issue for many people in industrialized, western cultures. Body image concerns affect people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, and races/ethnicities. These concerns originate from a complex interaction of sociocultural influences, and have significant implications for mental and physical health. Positive body image is a multifaceted concept different from negative body image and relates to positive indices of health and well-being. Options for improving body image typically include psychoeducational, cognitive behavioral, and ecological/activist approaches. Body image concerns are serious problems that demand effective responses.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Mental Health, Third Edition |
Subtitle of host publication | Volume 1-3 |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | V1-246-V1-256 |
Volume | 1 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780323914987 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780323914970 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2023 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Psychology(all)