Wednesday Sep 25, 2024

104. How to Respond When Teenagers Bash Their Bodies- Body Image Guidance for Adolescents with Dr. Charlotte Markey

Ever wonder why we’re all so obsessed with how we look, and what it’s really doing to our mental health?

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Charlotte Markey, a leading body image scientist and psychology professor at Rutgers University. With nearly three decades of research on body image and eating behaviors, Dr. Markey provides invaluable insights into how we perceive our bodies, self-acceptance, the impact of social media, and strategies for developing a healthier relationship with body image.

We explore the concept of maladaptive body image behaviors, how parents can positively influence their children’s body image, and why promoting body positivity is essential for mental health. Dr. Markey also shares her experiences in writing her Body Image Book Series and discusses the role of self-compassion and acceptance in body image healing.

In this episode:

Defining body image and identifying maladaptive behaviors.
The impact of social media on body image and mental health.
Why 'fat talk' between friends isn’t the bonding experience you think it is
Practical tips for parents to guide their children on body image.
Addressing the backlash against body positivity and promoting size diversity.
Insights from Dr. Markey’s Body Image Book Series and her latest book Adult-ish: The Body Image Book for Life(2024).