What parents can do to help kids who are struggling
What parents can do to help kids who are struggling
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We all want our children to feel positive about themselves. But that can be easier said than done. Kids face an onslaught of unrealistic expectations that can seem calculated to trample their self-esteem, especially with the pandemic pushing them to spend more time online than ever. What can parents do?
This week on childmind.org we’re rounding up resources on helping kids battle body issues and build sustainable self-respect: Tips on helping kids safely navigate the too-perfect world of selfies and social media. How to tell when eating issues are a problem. A look at boys who struggle with eating disorders, and why they are often overlooked. Ideas for promoting healthy self-image in girls. And when does a distorted body image become a disorder?
Rae Jacobson, Staff Writer | ✉

What Selfies Are Doing to Self-Esteem

Helping kids navigate social media safely.
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When to Worry About an Eating Disorder

How to know when it’s time to get help.
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Helping Your Daughter Have a Healthy Body Image

Giving girls the tools they need to stay confident.
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Boys and Eating Disorders

Not fitting the stereotype means serious issues can go unnoticed.
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What Is Body Dysmorphic Disorder?

Understanding children struggling with a distorted body image.
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