Body image
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Let's just put it out there right away: no one should be expected to look a certain way and there's no such thing as 'perfect' or 'normal'. What you see in magazines and on screen is usually the result of airbrushing and Photoshop, so it's different to what you might look like in real life. These influences on body image mean that as a young adult or teen, body image can be a particularly stressful area to navigate. The info here can help you understand your own body, and help you feel happy and healthy in your own skin. Related topics |
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Agencies that can help
The Butterfly Foundation
The Butterfly Foundation represents all people affected by eating disorders and negative body image – a person with the illness, their family and their friends.
For all ages
1800 33 4673Available Monday – Friday, 8am – 9pm AEST
Chat with us onlineAvailable Monday – Friday, 8am – 9pm AEST
Visit thebutterflyfoundation.org.au
eheadspace
eheadspace online and telephone service supports young people and their families going through a tough time.
For ages 12 – 25
1800 650 890Available 9am – 1am AEST
Chat with us onlineAvailable 9am – 1am AEST
Visit eheadspace.org.au
Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.
For ages 5 – 25
1800 55 1800Available 24/7
Chat with us onlineAvailable 8am - 12am AEST
Visit kidshelpline.com.au