Living With Your Body & Other Things You Hate

It's no secret that body image dissatisfaction has reached epidemic levels, but what's less often understood is the effect that these unhealthy views about one's body can have on a person's overall mental health. People who struggle with negative body image are at increased risk for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and low self-esteem. Body imageproblems are often at the root of social anxiety and even financial issues, as Americans spend billions to improve their physical appearance each year.