body image

Gives an overview of Body Dysmorphic Disorder, including symptoms, warning signs, ways of detection, and treatment.

Explores eating disorders trends, body image and eating disorders, the relationship between the media and eating disorders, and strategies to curb eating disorders.

Teens will look into their self-image, not only exploring the ways they see themselves but also how others see them in this straightforward volume. Readers learn about the external influences on self-image and are presented with goal setting strategies for creating behavior that results in a positive frame of mind.

Text and illustrations look at how body image is portrayed in the media.

Identifies obesity as a health crisis of epidemic proportions in the United States, examines the health problems associated with obesity, looks at some of the reasons why people become overweight, and discusses the problem of discrimination against people society considers too big.

Presents a comprehensive study of obesity in America, and discusses why some people overeat, health risks such as hypertension and diabetes, and ways to achieve nutritional and emotional balance.

Explains why many young athletes are vulnerable to eating disorders and what they can do to prevent them.

Text and pictures identify different parts of the body and some skills they can perform. Also discusses a typical morning routine and play activities.