And then I went and got a mommy makeover—a term used to describe a customized set of cosmetic procedures aimed at helping a woman restore her body to its pre-pregnancy state. Wh ...

Teenagers who are unhappy with their bodies are more likely to develop symptoms of eating disorders and depression in early adulthood, according to a new study led by University College London (UCL) ...

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Most people see at least one part or aspect of their physical appearance that they don’t like. Constant exposure to idealized media images of flawless ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., - Body image issues have become common place in the modern era and many people have found themselves comparing their outward appearance to those of celebrities and social media ...

Body image concerns and eating disorders don’t take a summer break. In fact, research suggests the opposite may be true. The summer months have long been tied to unrealistic body ideals, as diet ...

New research reveals that parents’ verbal remarks about weight can leave a deeper and longer-lasting mark on their children’s self-image than the dieting behaviors they model, showing the lasting ...

From celebrities across the globe to social media influencers, whenever someone shows a drastic weight loss transformation these days, the first thought that often crosses people's minds is, "They ...

In study, nearly half of 3- to 6-year-olds worried about being fat. June 20, 2011 — -- When was the last time you saw an overweight woman on the cover of a magazine? Tough question, right? Thin ...

A study found that nearly half of the underweight and obese individuals among the 1,000 young adults surveyed for body weight issues experienced moderate to severe concerns, including feeling ...

Tyra Banks said women are more critical of their bodies than the media. Nov. 1, 2007 — -- With tight, revealing clothes more popular than ever and super-skinny actresses and models dominating the ...