Body image is the way people perceive their own bodies. It can be influenced by a number of factors, including family and friends, the media and personal experiences. People with a positive body image are generally happy and confident with their appearance. They don’t compare themselves to others, and they’re not preoccupied with their weight or other physical features.
In contrast, people with a negative body image are unhappy with the way they look. They may feel they don’t measure up when they look at other people. They may also be concerned about their weight or other physical features. Negative body image can lead to a number of mental health problems, such as eating disorders, depression and anxiety. It can also lead to social isolation and low self-esteem. Positive body image, on the other hand, has been linked with better mental health, higher self-esteem and healthier relationships.
Negative body images affect people of all ages, with 31% of teenagers and 35% of adults feeling depressed or ashamed because of how they perceive their bodies. To lessen the risk of this happening to you, it’s important to remember that everyone is different and there’s no one “perfect” body type. We should all strive to have a positive body image and learn to love our bodies the way they are.