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The false link between body ideals and health | Nancy N. Chen

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The Evolution of Body Ideals and Their Cultural Impact

This chapter examines how cultural and social contexts shape perceptions of body image throughout history. It highlights the impacts of shifting ideals on self-image and mental health, while addressing the rise of body dysmorphia and eating disorders in the age of social media.

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