Body Image

Feeling and thoughts regarding their body are more likely to be negative

Overly critical and judgemental of themselves

Negative and self blaming self-talk

Blames themselves

Describe themselves in a negative way

Meaning

How valuable you think you are to others

Types

Low self esteem

Depression/sadness

Low mood

Comparing self negatively to others.

Anxiety

Positive self-esteem

High amounts of self respect.

Self-love

Feel good in their own skin

Focusing on what they can do

Never comparing themselves to anyone.

Eating disorders

Seeking assistance

People to talk to

People you trust (parents, teachers, Elders and more)

Professional help like a therapist

Body Dysmorphia

Body shaming

Many boys and girls get body shamed

Don't be scared to do what you want or wear what you want

Don't listen to what others say about your body

Start to love your body

Defintion

Self Esteem can lead to low academic performance and a low desire of wanting to learn which may affect a students way of dealing with challenges, interactions and engagement.

Examples of causes

Unhappy childhood

Poor academic performance

Mental Illness

Stressful Life

Obesity

Positive

You have a clear idea of your body and can see your body for what it is. You're aware that a person's physical appearance tells very little of their personality and value. You don't care about food, weight, or calories.

Negative

Your shape is distorted in your mind. Sections of the body seem to you differently than they are. You believe that your physical appearance is a reflection of your personal weakness. In your body, you feel awkward and uncomfortable.

Facts

When you look in the mirror or imagine yourself in your head, your body image is how you see yourself. What you think about yourself in terms of beauty. What you think about your body, including its size, shape, and weight.

Low self-esteem

Higher levels of anxiety and depression

Comparing

Making yourself feel bad