Some psychologists think it will. Ann Kearney-Cooke has been treating girls and women with eating disorders for 25 years, and she thinks the current "skinny-model" debate may help young girls start to develop a healthier body image.

"[Janice] Min [editor of US Weekly] notes that at least it's a step. 'For once, an establishment has set forth that there is something wrong with this,' she says. 'Things may not change completely, but women may look at say 'maybe there's something wrong with THEM, and not me.'"

The current fashion model debate, along with things live Dove's Campaign for Beauty, may begin to turn the tide. They are excellent tools for helping young girls improve their body image and self-esteem. Read more at APP.com.

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