Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Weight & Body Image Disorders: Causes, Symptoms & Signs

Subject Area

Physical Education
Health Education

Grade(s)

9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

Body image refers to how people see themselves. Distorted body image (also called negative body image) refers to an unrealistic view of how someone sees their body.  Like eating disorders, it is seen most commonly in women, but many men also suffer from the disorder.

You begin forming your perceptions of your body’s attractiveness, health, acceptability, and functionality in early childhood.  This body image continues to form as you age and receive feedback from peers, family members, coaches, etc.

Personality traits such as perfectionism and self-criticism can also influence the development of a negative internalized image of your body.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 10 - Health Education

    HE19.HE.2.1

    Analyze the influence of external factors on health beliefs and behaviors.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Beginning Kinesiology - Level 2

    PE19.BK2.4.1

    Recognize and discuss how idealized body images and elite performance levels portrayed in various media differ from the norm.

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    Eating Disorder Hope
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