The teenage years can be fun and exciting but they’re also a period when we’re particularly vulnerable to body image concerns. Young people are developmentally inclined to compare themselves to others, but this developmental drive is intensified by external influences, including the constant presence of social media that showcases unrealistic body ideals.
Dr Justin Coulson is one of Australia's most trusted parenting experts and the host of . He says developing body acceptance can help teens to build self-esteem and self confidence. In addition, a positive body image can lead to improved mental and physical health later in life.Channel 9’s Parental Guidance
Dr. Coulson says there are ways parents and carers can support young people's growth in this area. He sat down to share his ideas with Sam Ikin for this episode of Let’s Talk In Depth. As the father of six daughters, he also has some experience.

<div>The teenage years can be fun and exciting but they’re also a period when we’re particularly vulnerable to body image concerns. Young people are developmentally inclined to compare themselves to others, but this developmental drive is intensified by external influences, including the constant presence of social media that showcases unrealistic body ideals.</div><div><br></div><div>Dr Justin Coulson is one of Australia's most trusted parenting experts and the host of . He says developing body acceptance can help teens to build self-esteem and self confidence. In addition, a positive body image can lead to improved mental and physical health later in life.Channel 9’s Parental Guidance</div><div><br></div><div>Dr. Coulson says there are ways parents and carers can support young people's growth in this area. He sat down to share his ideas with Sam Ikin for this episode of Let’s Talk In Depth. As the father of six daughters, he also has some experience.</div>

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This is the Butterfly: Let's Talk Podcast from the Butterfly Foundation, your national voice for people living with body image issues and eating disorders.

<p>This is the Butterfly: Let's Talk Podcast from the Butterfly Foundation, your national voice for people living with body image issues and eating disorders.</p>

The teenage years can be fun and exciting but they're also a period when we're particularly vulnerable to body image concerns. Young...

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