Task 2 Flashcards
1
Q
How do our peers through peer influence social reinforcement and modeling mechanisms shape someone’s body image?
A
They may weaken or strengthen body dissatisfaction
2
Q
What is the sociocultural theory of body image?
A
normative body ideals” (i.e., what other people think is most attractive or desirable) are communicated through the mass media and are often reinforced by peers and family
3
Q
What do girls do due to seeking peer acceptance?
A
girls adopt perceived weight-related peer beliefs and behaviors.
4
Q
Why do girls internalize the body ideal more than man?
A
discussing their appearance more than boys
