The Mirror In My Mind: Body Image & Self-Esteem
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Personal body image develops during the teen years and greatly affects people for the rest of their lives. False visual information about body shape distorts teens' self-perception. This frequently leads to anorexia, steroid use, or drug abuse. Several teens share personal experiences about their perceived flaws. Discusses warning signs of body dysmorphic disorder. Encourages changing negative self-talk, and promotes the understanding that there is more to a person than just his or her physical appearance.
Media Details
Runtime: 29 minutes 30 seconds
- Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Health and Safety, Social Science
- Subtopic: Diseases and Conditions, Health Care, Mental Health, Self-Perception
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2002
- Producer/Distributor: AIMS Multimedia
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