A negative body image, such as fixating on perceived physical flaws or constantly comparing oneself to others, can affect ...

"Skinny Tok" is an extreme dieting trend on TikTok that equates thinness with health. Experts warn the trend perpetuates ...

Ah, summer. Time for backyard barbecues, beach weekends, and fruity drinks by the pool. But more time spent in shorts and bathing suits isn't always fun and games for some people. It certainly has ...

Do you feel capable? That internal chatter and the tone you use when thinking or talking about your appearance (the positive and the negative) is all part of your body image. What is body image ...

A new study published in Child Psychiatry and Human Development found an association between sleep quality and symptoms of ...

Positive body image relates to body satisfaction, while negative body image relates to dissatisfaction. Many people have concerns about their body image. These concerns often focus on weight ...

Sabiston has carried out several studies that have shown that negative body image is related to drop-out from sports and physical activity due to decreased motivation to participate. She says the ...

Negative body image is common among kids and teens, and can lead to serious health consequences. Yet it’s a topic few K-12 schools cover. In fact, experts say routine school practices meant to ...

Experts offer ways to combat this side effect of negative thoughts. A new study in the journal Body Image looked at the effects of positive and negative perspectives for 100 men and women who ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Children with body acceptance tend to also focus on what their bodies can do, not just how they look. Conversely, negative body image can lead to serious health issues such as disordered eating, ...

How do you help someone with body image? Created with Sketch. Encourage your friend to talk about how they feel, yet discourage negative talk that shames them about their body and weight.