Our self-concept is the image we have of our bodies, capabilities, impressions, etc. (Bailey, 2003). It includes: The material self. Our body, possessions, and other things in our lives. The ...

As a psychotherapist, I support clients of all ages in navigating and overcoming challenges related to body image. Body image refers to how we perceive, think about, and feel toward our bodies, ...

The body positivity movement has gained popularity on social media in recent years. It seeks to foster widespread body acceptance and boost self-esteem. The body positivity movement promotes love and ...

Kareena Kapoor Khan recently opened up about her journey with body image and self-acceptance in an interview.

In Kenya, where beauty standards are often dictated by societal norms, media representation, and cultural expectations, the struggle to conform can be overwhelming. The pursuit of an unattainable ...

Completing endometrial cancer treatment can bring mixed emotions. For some women, the treatment-related body changes become symbols of strength and survival. For others, they can bring feelings of ...

As a dietitian who works primarily with people who have eating disorders, I have a front-row seat to the body image struggles many young adults face in their college years. This period is a time when ...

Trying on clothes can be a body image minefield and the experience only gets more fraught during the summer: When the swimsuits, shorts, and tank tops come out, so do the insecurities. Showing a lot ...