According to a survey from the Be Real Campaign, about 1 in 3 young people report that they are highly concerned about their body image. At a young age, many of us internalize beauty standards from society. These standards can often contribute to having a negative body image, and are made even more prominent by our age of social media. Here are a few signs you struggle with body image. We also made a video on body dysmorphia and body dysmorphic disorder: https://youtu.be/Y4RriAr2AuU Disclaimer: The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content in this video is for general information purposes only, and does not replace a consultation with a doctor or health professional. Script Writer: Max Feng Script Editor: Brie Cerniglia Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice: Amanda Silvera (www.youtube.com/amandasilvera) Animator: Chantal Van Rensburg YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References: Clemmensen, T. (2015, March 13). Shape Checking and Body Image. Eating Disorder Hope. www.eatingdisorderhope.com/information/body-image/shape-checking-and-body-image Fardouly, J., Vartanian, L. Appearance comparisons and body image in women's everyday lives. J Eat Disord 3, O20 (2015). doi.org/10.1186/2050-2974-3-S1-O20 Klinger, D. (2010, August 2). How Body Shame Can Affect Clothing Choices. GoodTherapy. www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-body-shame-can-affect-clothing-choices Understanding Body Image Struggles. (n.d.). The Jed Foundation. jedfoundation.org/resource/understanding-body-image-struggles/ Wade, T. D., & Tiggemann, M. (2013). The role of perfectionism in body dissatisfaction. Journal of eating disorders, 1, 2. doi.org/10.1186/2050-2974-1-2 www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/articles/body-image-report-executive-summary

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