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The Media and its effect on self-image

Published on Dec 28, 2015

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The Media and its effect on self-image

Devyn Bloom
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Multiple groups are affected by the media

70 % of U.S. collegiate men report body and weight dissatisfaction (Pritchard).
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By 1825, there were an estimated 100 magazines published!

The media has only grown from there...
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Around the teen years, body image becomes the #1 influence media has on individuals

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But it doesn't stop there...

In a group of women exposed to a famous athlete's sexualized image...
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88% Commented with jealousy or negatively compared themselves. But why?

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Just in case you didn't know...

female models in the U.S are generally 15% below the average female weight (Hawkins et al. 2004) 

Newer forms of media

The internet (social media) is now the #1 form of media consumption
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To prevent issues such as cyber-bullying, here's some tips for parents:

(Protecting)

  • Be aware what child is doing online & who they're talking to.
  • Keep devices in family area rather than a child's bedroom.
  • Be aware of any strange patterns of behavior as they could be signs of harrassment.

Now is the time for change.

Let's strive for independence in creativity, without the help of the media.