It is worrying to think that most girls feel dissatisfied with their bodies, and that this can lead to serious problems including depression and eating disorders. Can some of those body image worries be eased?
Body image expert and psychology professor Dr. Charlotte Markey helps girls aged 9-15 to understand, accept, and appreciate their bodies. She provides all the facts on puberty, mental health, self-care, why diets are bad news, dealing with social media, and everything in-between. Girls will find answers to questions they always wanted to ask, the truth behind many body image myths, and real-life stories from girls who share their own experiences.
Through this easy-to-read and beautifully illustrated guide, Dr. Markey teaches girls how to nurture both mental and physical heath to improve their own body image, shows the positive impact they can have on others, and enables them to go out into the world feeling fearless!
“Between the rapid body changes of puberty, and the pressure from outside influences, it's perhaps not a surprise that so many girls feel dissatisfied with their bodies — but they don't have to be! In this guide from body image expert and psychology professor Dr. Charlotte Markey, girls will get helpful information about how their bodies and minds work, why media can distort how we perceive ourselves, how to build healthy habits, and what other real-life girls have done to handle their own body image challenges. Packed with useful tips, interesting stories, and colorful illustrations, this accessible guide will help girls feel comfortable and confident in their own skin!” - Mighty Girl