In Japan and Italy, countries not associated with high rates of eating disorders, the number of cases increased after fashion magazines were introduced. He says the articles often try to promote positive characteristics such as self-reliability, but the ads send mixed messages. Walcott said the popularity of these new magazines is also due to the strong interest girls have in their appearances. They want this stuff. This aspect, he said, makes advertising more attractive.
Girls are very interested in learning about themselves.
They think they are learning something. I still bust them out occasionally when I'm bored. I don't think anyone takes these magazines very seriously. Although Walcott said the trend will continue to rise as long as magazines are selling, Sarah said she thinks sales will drop eventually. There are so many out there.