1. What is body image?; 2. Your changing body; 3. Love your body; 4. Your image; 5. Nourish your body; 6. Smart girls don't diet; 7. Keep food fun; 8. Make your body work for you; 9. Self-care; 10. Be the change.
Body image expert Dr Charlotte Markey helps girls aged 9-15 to understand, accept, and appreciate their bodies.
Charlotte Markey is Professor of Psychology and Founding Director of the Health Sciences Center at Rutgers University, Camden. She is a world-leading expert in body image research, having studied body image, eating behaviour and weight management for over twenty-five years. Through all her roles as a scientist, teacher, writer and parent she is passionate about understanding what makes us feel good about our bodies and helping others to develop a healthy body image. Dr Markey is an experienced and talented author, with her first book Smart People Don't Diet (2014) dubbed as 'possibly the best book about weight loss ever written' by Scientific American. Her research has gained widespread media attention, having been featured in publications such as The New York Times, The Economist, ABC News and Time Magazine.
'This book is a must read for all girls everywhere! It teaches
them how to invest in themselves rather than the diet culture myths
that rob them of their time and intelligence.
Dr. Charlotte Markey is a research expert on this subject
and girls who read this book are much more likely to fully
bloom!' Leslie Bloch and Zoe Bisbing, LCSWs, Eating Disorder
Psychotherapists and Founders of The Full Bloom Project &
Podcast
'It is so refreshing to read a book on positive aspects of body
image rather than problems, that is written in a style that
adolescent girls can relate to and provides practical tips on
topics that are central to their lives. The stories, lay out,
illustrations and balanced information provide a fabulous resource
for girls as they negotiate the adolescent period. I particularly
love the Q&A sections that focus girls on the main messages for
each chapter in a very concrete way.' Marita P. McCabe, Professor
of Psychology, Swinburne University, Melbourne, Australia
'This book gives girls powerful, evidence-based tools that they can
use to feel more positively about their bodies, take good care of
themselves, and be agents for positive change in the world. These
are important skills that they will carry with them throughout
their entire lives.' Dr. Jessica M. Alleva, Assistant Professor of
Psychology, Maastricht University, the Netherlands
'Dr. Markey clearly knows how to motivate girls to rebel against
harmful ideals and be more conscious, critical media consumers.
Within the pages of this book, girls will find all the information
they need to live more healthfully and happily.' Lexie and Lindsay
Kite, Co-founders of Beauty Redefined
'Dr. Markey has created an evidence-based, fun, and engaging book
for girls. Each chapter addresses a critical body image issue and
contains beautiful illustrations and valuable information in a
readable, fun format. Body image is on all girls' minds and they
need information on how to process it. Dr. Markey discusses this
issue in a positive, health-oriented, down-to-earth way that is
appealing to girls. Finally we have an excellent resource to share
with girls about their bodies. Every girl should read this book!'
Dr. Meghan Gillen, Associate Professor of Psychology, Penn State
Abington
'If you have a body, which I suspect you do, then you stand to
learn something from The Body Image Book for Girls. Dr. Charlotte
Markey expertly translates a complex body of scientific research
into this accessible and beautifully illustrated book, interweaving
the science of body image with the lived experiences of real girls.
Although aimed at young girls, this book contains important
practical tips for engaging in self-care, healthy eating, physical
activity, and body positivity - things we could all use a bit more
of.' Jamie Dunaev, Rutgers University, Camden
'I enthusiastically recommend Dr. Markey's Body Image Book for
Girls. This research-based book teaches girls how and why to
appreciate their bodies. Girls will learn to resist the
potentially negative influences of cultural encouragement of body
comparison, the diet industry, and image-based social media with an
informed and positive mindset. Chapters on the enjoyment of healthy
food, the benefits of exercise, and the value of mindfulness
activities offer girls many ideas for creating a positive body
image. Each chapter is written in a concise, focused manner
with goals and summaries to make the points clear. The solid
research base is enlivened with illustrations, stories from real
girls, and the debunking of common body-related myths. Dr.
Markey provides references for more information, and a helpful
glossary of important terms. Girls should leave this book
feeling empowered to 'be the change', as Dr. Markey encourages in
the last chapter.' Sarah Murnen, Professor of Psychology, Kenyon
College
'This book uses scientific research to educate girls about the
changes they will experience through puberty and to make
recommendations about how they can care for their body. It treats
girls as smart and capable and addresses issues girls face every
day, for example, social media and dieting. Girls will gain useful
tools for developing a positive view of their body and establishing
healthy habits around eating and exercise. They will also learn
strategies for staying positive about their own body despite social
pressures about appearance. This book is a highly valuable resource
that will help girls appreciate their bodies.' Elizabeth A.
Daniels, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of
Colorado
'Charlotte Markey offers a comprehensive, direct and supportive
guide for girls to build positive relationships with their bodies.
Her friendly, conversational style will engage tween girls and
support them to resist the disruptions in embodiment that are so
common in the adolescent years.' Elizabeth Scott, LCSW, CEDS-S,
Director of Training, The Body Positive
'With first-hand accounts from teenage girls and a glossary of
useful terms, this is a sensible, reassuring guide to growing up
and developing a healthy body image.' Emma Lee-Potter, The
Independent
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