Abstract
After completing this chapter, you should have an understanding of the following: Body image disturbances (BIDs) and their prevalence among children and adolescents. Eating disturbances and their prevalence among children and adolescents. The connection between eating disorders (EDs) and other risk behaviors and psychological disorders. Risk and protective factors for body image and eating disturbances. Promoting healthy body image and preventing eating disturbances among youth. The application of Social Development Strategy (SDS) in the health promotion and prevention process. © 2008 Humana Press Inc.
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Massey-Stokes, M. (2008). Body image and eating disturbances in children and adolescents. In The Active Female: Health Issues Throughout The Lifespan (pp. 57–79). Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-534-3_4
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