Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys
From early childhood boys often feel pressured to be athletic and muscular. But what impact does this have on physical and mental well being through their teens and beyond. Worryingly, a third of teen boys are trying to 'bulk up' due to body dissatisfaction. boys and men account for 25% of eating disorder cases. What can we tell our boys to help them feel happy and confident simply being themselves. Being You has the answers. It's an easy to read, evidence based guide to developing a positive body image for boys aged 12+. It covers all the facts on puberty, diet, exercise, self care, mental health, social media. everything in between. Boys will find answers to the questions most on their mind, the truth behind many diet and exercise myths. real life stories from other boys. Armed with this book, they will understand that muscles don't make a man it's enough simply being you.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 162
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: en
ISBN: 9781108949378
Creator Bio
Charlotte Markey, Daniel Hart, and Douglas Zacher are all accomplished psychologists and researchers in the field of body image and self-esteem. They each have extensive experience working with adolescents and their families, and are passionate about promoting positive body image and self-acceptance in young boys. Markey is a professor of psychology at Rutgers University and has published numerous articles and books on body image and eating behaviors. Hart is a professor at New York University and has conducted research on the impact of media on body image. Zacher is a clinical psychologist and researcher at the University of Louisville, specializing in body dissatisfaction and eating disorders. Together, they have combined their expertise to create Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys, a comprehensive and empowering guide for boys to develop a healthy and positive relationship with their bodies.
