Body image is an important factor in developing eating disorders, and parents are more concerned about providing a positive model for their kids than ever. Body image is a personal phenomenon that nevertheless is affected by outside factors like media and peers. The primary influencer of teen body image are their parents, in most cases, the same-sex parent offers the most influence. Our parents are our role models, caregivers, heroes, and teachers, all combined in one person. Here are several reasons parents’ influence on a child’s body image is more important than you might think.
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