Body dysmorphic disorder or (BDD) is a body-image disorder in which those affected are consistently and obsessively preoccupied with an illusory or small defect in one’s own appearance (Varma & Rostogi, 2015). These defects or perceived defects might cause the afflicted to fixate on their arms, face, nose, stomach, or other afflicted body part. People … Read more
We are constantly surrounded and influenced by the media no matter where we go. With all of the great improvements the media has provided to our lives, it is hard to recognize how much the media has negatively impacted us as well. Media advertises body images that are deemed to be “perfect” which pressures individuals … Read more
Body image may simply be defined as “a subjective picture of one’s own physical appearance established both by self-observation and by noting the reactions of others. ” according to Mirriam-Webster. The media has a profound effect on women’s ideas of their body image, and the media’s depiction of an “average” woman, most definitely contributes to … Read more
