The Media's Influence On Body Image

typically between 5’11”- 6’2″ and men should be able to fit into a 40″- 42″ Regular Jacket. Men should be fit and lean without too much muscle. The goal should be to look ripped with your shirt off, but lean in clothing. Men’s standards are less specific and many men meet these guidelines.” Therefore, 35% of girls and only 8% of males have self-esteem issues (Santrock). There are some celebrities who are trying to change the way body image is perceived. The actress Jenifer Lawrence frequently takes to Instagram to share her thoughts on self-acceptance and confidence. She has become an icon to girls for all the right reasons “I think when it comes to the media, the media needs to take responsibility for the effect that it has on our younger