Written by: Dr. Charlotte Markey Body image is sometimes defined as how we think and feel about our bodies. For a long time, I’ve thought that definition is far too narrow. Body image is much more about how comfortable we are with ourselves; how comfortable we are in our own ...
Written by: Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW As summer kicks off, some people might be feeling discouraged. Maybe they are thinking about how they didn’t get their “summer body” just the way they wanted it or they’re worried about their skin being too dark from the sun or not tan enough. This ...
Written by: Dr. Charlotte Markey Research shows that most girls’ understanding of themselves and their body image develops right around the same time that their bodies are changing due to puberty. These changes are likely to affect body image. Some scientists have suggested that because girls tend to gain weight ...
Written by: Hannah Schlueter, MA, LAC In today’s world, women and girls are often very familiar with feelings of insecurity about their body. Whether it’s comparisons on social media, the multi-billion-dollar beauty and fitness industries creating unrealistic expectations, or back-handed compliments from friends and family, it can feel like the ...
Introduction The power of expression is beautiful. As we grow up, we all learn to express ourselves in a way that feels unique yet personal to us. While it is true that a person’s identity can be stereotyped by factors such as their nationality, sex, and physical attributes, self-expression can ...