Inside a Fat Camp named Shame
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The Weight of Expectations
This chapter explores the history and experiences at Camp Shane, a weight loss camp created in 1968, and its impact on children's body image and self-worth. It reveals the camp's initial promise of success contrasted with the long-term struggles of attendees, emphasizing the flaws in weight management strategies and the ethical concerns surrounding its operations. Through personal accounts and an examination of the camp's evolution, the chapter highlights the distressing realities faced by campers and the societal issues of body image.
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