A new study looked at how body-related emotions and recalling embarrassing or proud memories of participants’ bodies would affect task performance. Participants who recalled embarrassing stories ...

Negative body image gets in the way of living with full freedom and happiness. The BODY framework cultivates compassion over criticism.

Teenagers who are unhappy with their bodies are more likely to develop symptoms of eating disorders and depression in early adulthood, according to a new study led by University College London (UCL) ...

Here’s something to consider. You’re scrolling through your feed late at night, seeing another photo of someone’s beach ...

Ilona Maher’s viral comeback to a body-shaming remark highlights how comments on appearance can harm mental health and ...

New research reveals that young adults with higher body shame and weight concerns are more likely to consider GLP-1 medications, despite significant side effects, unless buffered by strong body ...

While social media drives body image worries in young women, its direct effect on diet quality and eating behaviors may not be as strong, hinting at deeper psychological and cultural influences. Study ...

"You're so ugly it hurts." "Maybe if you lost some weight, someone would actually like you." "No filter can fix that face." These are the sorts of comments teenage girls see online daily, via social ...

Body image refers to how a person thinks and feels about themselves physically. From childhood to adulthood, a person’s family can influence how they feel about their bodies through various ...

Eating disorders are severe mental disorders that significantly impact a person’s emotional well-being, physical health, and everyday functioning. All eating disorders are characterized by ...