Though winter weather retains a hold on much of the nation, the day will soon come when sweaters and coats are exchanged for tank tops and shorts. Spring and summer can be times of anxiety for young people who are inundated with messages about body size and beauty.

"The single most important way parents can help their children develop a healthy body image is to lead by example... Children who hear their parents criticize themselves for being too fat will be more likely to think poorly of their own bodies."

Experts advise sharing healthy activities with your child, such as cooking nutritious meals or engaging in playful physical activity (for example, games of hide-and-seek or catch). Source: KRISTV.com (Corpus Christi, TX)

Labels: anxiety, self-esteem, parents

Posted By: Aspen Education Group