Being You
The Body Image Book for Boys

An easy-to-read, evidence-based guide to body image for boys aged 12+, tackling exercise, nutrition, social media, mental health and more.

Charlotte Markey (Author), Daniel Hart (Author), Douglas Zacher (Author)

9781108949378, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 7 April 2022

162 pages
27.6 x 17.8 x 1.5 cm, 0.69 kg

'This book is as helpful as it is overdue! Kids of all genders have questions and concerns about body image but for some reason, boys have historically been left out of this conversation. Finally there is a resource for them - and the adults raising them - to normalize their concerns and answer their questions. Clear, well-researched, and easy to read.' Cara Natterson, M.D., Pediatrician, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of puberty lifestyle company OOMLA

From early childhood boys often feel pressured to be athletic and muscular. But what impact does this have on physical and mental well-being through their teens and beyond? Worryingly, a third of teen boys are trying to 'bulk up' due to body dissatisfaction, and boys and men account for 25% of eating disorder cases. What can we tell our boys to help them feel happy and confident simply being themselves? Being You has the answers! It's an easy-to-read, evidence-based guide to developing a positive body image for boys aged 12+. It covers all the facts on puberty, diet, exercise, self-care, mental health, social media, and everything in-between. Boys will find answers to the questions most on their mind, the truth behind many diet and exercise myths, and real-life stories from other boys. Armed with this book, they will understand that muscles don't make a man – it's enough simply being you!

1. What is body image?
2. Become body confident
3. What the heck is going on?
4. Your image
5. Make your body work for you
6. Fuel your body
7. Forget food fads
8. Love to eat
9. Building the best you
10. Make a difference.

Subject Areas: Personal & social issues: self-awareness & self-esteem [Children's / Teenage YXL], Personal & social issues: body & health [Children's / Teenage YXA], Clinical psychology [MMJ]