Body image
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internal, mental representation of one's body derived from internal sensations, emotions, fantasies, posture, experience with outside objects and people.
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- To see what your body image is like, take our test compiled by Deanne Jade, Principal of The National Centre of Eating Disorders.
- Since negative body image is a prevalent problem for many women and girls and can also be a component of many serious disorders, it is critical that women learn to change their body image towards a healthy and positive view of self.
- Our body image is formed out of every experience we have ever had - parents, role models, and peers who give us an idea of what it is like to love and value a body.
- Body image is how you see and feel about your physical appearance.
- Body Image -- What is it? Body image is our personal view and interpretation of our body, including mental, emotional, historical and physical components.
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