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Girls and body image - quiz

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What does body image mean to you? Girls face pressure about their weight and appearance, which can affect your health. Try our quick health quiz to test your body image knowledge.

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What does body image mean to you? Girls face pressure about their weight and appearance, which can affect your health. Try our quick health quiz to test your body image knowledge.

1. How do you feel about the way your body looks?




2. What should the female body look like?




3. Are women supposed to have shapely hips and thighs?




4. Do you avoid places like the beach, public pools or change rooms, because you don't want anyone to see your body?




5. How do you feel about exercise?




6. Do you crash diet to lose weight?




7. How often do you weigh yourself?




8. Do you ever get depressed about the way your body looks?





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1-3:
It seems that your body image is in very poor shape. This is putting you at high risk of health problems like eating disorders or depression. If you feel depressed about your body, or if you start bingeing or fasting, it might be wise to get professional help.
4-6:
Your body image seems a little shaky, and could do with some work. A negative body image develops over the course of your life, so changing it can take time and effort. Browse through the Better Health Channel articles on body image for ideas and suggestions on how to feel more loving and respectful towards your body and your self.
7-8:
Congratulations, it seems that you have a positive body image. Your healthy attitude is lowering your risk of problems like eating disorders. However, there's always room for improvement - you can further strengthen your positive body image by reading up on body image issues.

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Eating Disorders Foundation of Victoria; Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV)

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Last reviewed: May 2011

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What does body image mean to you? Girls face pressure about their weight and appearance, which can affect your health. Try our quick health quiz to test your body image knowledge.

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