A wealth of research has shown that using social media is associated with, and can contribute to, a more negative body image (e.g., dissatisfaction with one’s appearance). This is particularly the ...

Body appreciation differs between Middle-Eastern and Western societies, a new international study can reveal, highlighting how cultural and family influences shape body image and eating behaviors in ...

Body functionality refers to everything that the body can do. Body functions broadly fall into six domains, including (1) physical capacities (e.g., stretching), (2) internal processes (e.g., ...

SEATTLE — Fitness influencers on social media are becoming increasingly popular, often leading people to healthier lifestyles, but they could also have negative effects on body image. Researchers at ...

A study published in the journal PLOS ONE provides a detailed understanding of the impact of age and sociocultural pressure on body appreciation among White Western women, Black Nigerian women, and ...

Body appreciation levels are associated with internalization of thin ideals and with sociocultural pressure, which vary by culture and age People from different cultures show both similarities and ...

Intending to bring to light a greater awareness of the value and needs of their own bodies, students and staff at SUNY Cortland have embraced the theme of “The Art of You” with this year’s weeklong ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Girl Scouts of Gateway Council, in collaboration with Flamingo, launched a new Body Appreciation Program to help girls appreciate their bodies for their abilities rather than ...

New research reveals that young adults with higher body shame and weight concerns are more likely to consider GLP-1 medications, despite significant side effects, unless buffered by strong body ...