How can you deal with body shaming?

Explores the impact of body shaming on teens mental health, offering strategies to build confidence, seek support, and promote positivity, while encouraging self-compassion and resilience to overcome negativity.

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Body shaming, criticising or mocking someone for their appearance, can have a significant impact on your confidence and mental health. It can happen anywhere: at school, online, or even within your own social circle. For teenagers, who are often navigating changes in their bodies and self-identity, body shaming can feel particularly hurtful. Understanding why body shaming happens and learning how to cope with it is essential for building resilience, maintaining self-esteem, and fostering a positive relationship with your body. What Is Body Shaming? Body shaming involves making negative comments about someone's appearance, whether it's about their weight, size, shape, or...
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