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Body Image


6th November 2020


Body image concerns impact people of all ages and genders.
But, I am Media Smart is here to help.

 

This research is open to 13-25 year-olds across Australia.

It involves comparing two versions of Media Smart Online, a program that has been found to have a range of benefits such as, reducing eating disorder risk and symptoms, reducing onset of depressive symptoms and thoughts of self-harm, as well as improving body image and quality of life.

 

The programs are particularly well suited to those looking to:

 

Worry less about their body, weight or shape.
Think about food or exercise less.
Compare less to others on social media.
Spend less time editing photos to post on social media.
Not be distracted by body image thoughts.
Have better focus on study or work.
Be able to go out or take less time getting ready to go out.
Feel more connected with others.
Feel less anxious or down in general.

 

Click below for more information:

https://mediasmart.flinders.edu.au/

 


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