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Rader Programs: Media and Eating Disorders

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Advertisements, television, and magazines often boast beautiful individuals that make a particular product seem as attractive as the model. This trend has caused many individuals to question their body image and attempt to change it in an unhealthy manner. This article discusses this obsession and the facts behind the glamor.

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commercialism, healthy body image, media influence, media influence on health, self-esteem, adolescent self image, advertising effects, concerns about weight, eating disorder, influence of the media on health
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Grade
9th - 10th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Articles
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For Administrator Use
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