Derenne Jennifer L, Beresin Eugene V
Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
Acad Psychiatry. 2006 May-Jun;30(3):257-61. doi: 10.1176/appi.ap.30.3.257.
Eating disorders, including obesity, are a major public health problem today. Throughout history, body image has been determined by various factors, including politics and media. Exposure to mass media (television, movies, magazines, Internet) is correlated with obesity and negative body image, which may lead to disordered eating. The authors attempt to explain the historical context of the problem and explore potential avenues for change.
The authors review changes in ideal female body type throughout history, comment on current attitudes toward shape and weight in both men and women, and outline interventions aimed at increasing healthy habits and fostering self-esteem in youth.
Throughout history, the ideal of beauty has been difficult to achieve and has been shaped by social context. Current mass media is ubiquitous and powerful, leading to increased body dissatisfaction among both men and women.
Parents need to limit children's exposure to media, promote healthy eating and moderate physical activity, and encourage participation in activities that increase mastery and self-esteem. Funding for high-quality, visible advertising campaigns promoting healthy life styles may increase awareness.
饮食失调，包括肥胖，是当今一个主要的公共卫生问题。纵观历史，身体形象一直由包括政治和媒体在内的各种因素所决定。接触大众媒体（电视、电影、杂志、互联网）与肥胖及负面身体形象相关，这可能导致饮食紊乱。作者试图解释该问题的历史背景，并探索潜在的改变途径。
作者回顾了历史上理想女性体型的变化，评论了当前男女对体型和体重的态度，并概述了旨在培养年轻人健康习惯和增强自尊的干预措施。
纵观历史，美的理想标准一直难以达到，且受到社会背景的影响。当前大众媒体无处不在且影响力巨大，导致男女对身体的不满情绪增加。
父母需要限制孩子接触媒体，促进健康饮食和适度体育活动，并鼓励参与能增强掌控感和自尊的活动。为推广健康生活方式的高质量、引人注目的广告活动提供资金，可能会提高人们的认识。
