MrsSpringsteen
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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/02/070220005051.htm
"The consequences of the sexualization of girls in media today are very real and are likely to be a negative influence on girls' healthy development," says Eileen L. Zurbriggen, PhD, chair of the APA Task Force. "We have ample evidence to conclude that sexualization has negative effects in a variety of domains, including cognitive functioning, physical and mental health, and healthy sexual development."
Research evidence shows that the sexualization of girls negatively affects girls and young women across a variety of health domains:
* Cognitive and Emotional Consequences: Sexualization and objectification undermine a person's confidence in and comfort with her own body, leading to emotional and self-image problems, such as shame and anxiety.
* Mental and Physical Health: Research links sexualization with three of the most common mental health problems diagnosed in girls and women--eating disorders, low self-esteem, and depression or depressed mood.
* Sexual Development: Research suggests that the sexualization of girls has negative consequences on girls' ability to develop a healthy sexual self-image."
Will reports such as this from credible sources have any affect on the media's actions? I'm not holding my breath. Of course obviously it's a parent's responsibility to do his/her best to monitor exposure and to discuss it, etc. and try to foster healthy self esteem in spite of all that-I love that they give parents tips there. But the sexualization of girls in the media is a considerable problem with numerous repercussions.
"The consequences of the sexualization of girls in media today are very real and are likely to be a negative influence on girls' healthy development," says Eileen L. Zurbriggen, PhD, chair of the APA Task Force. "We have ample evidence to conclude that sexualization has negative effects in a variety of domains, including cognitive functioning, physical and mental health, and healthy sexual development."
Research evidence shows that the sexualization of girls negatively affects girls and young women across a variety of health domains:
* Cognitive and Emotional Consequences: Sexualization and objectification undermine a person's confidence in and comfort with her own body, leading to emotional and self-image problems, such as shame and anxiety.
* Mental and Physical Health: Research links sexualization with three of the most common mental health problems diagnosed in girls and women--eating disorders, low self-esteem, and depression or depressed mood.
* Sexual Development: Research suggests that the sexualization of girls has negative consequences on girls' ability to develop a healthy sexual self-image."
Will reports such as this from credible sources have any affect on the media's actions? I'm not holding my breath. Of course obviously it's a parent's responsibility to do his/her best to monitor exposure and to discuss it, etc. and try to foster healthy self esteem in spite of all that-I love that they give parents tips there. But the sexualization of girls in the media is a considerable problem with numerous repercussions.