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Below are videos and short films on body image. We understand that watching videos on body image may result in overwhelming feelings. It’s okay to take a break from them. There are many programs and counselling resources under the Web Resource Recommendations tab that may help you with your feelings or thoughts around body image.

Enjoy the videos and continue the conversation in your own life.


Eating Disorder Meal Support: Helpful Approaches For Families

Kelty Mental Health’s video explains how to support youth struggling with eating disorders. The series discusses how to support individuals struggling with eating disorders with meal planning, meal preparation, having appropriate conversations at mealtimes, and battling negative thoughts after eating meals.

(Kelty Mental Health, 2012)


In Shapes!

In Shapes! is a short film that depicts how negative body image can feel on the inside. Ever been insecure wearing your bathing suit at the pool? This short film will show how ferocious you are.

(Risser, 2020)


Things Men Are Tired Of Hearing About Their Bodies

This video outlines what men are tired of hearing about their bodies. Let’s refrain from using these statements when talking about men’s bodies.

(As/Is, 2015)


References

  1. As/Is. (2015, February 2). Things men are tired of hearing about their bodies . [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aljJSNemsIw&ab_channel=As%2FIs
  2. Kelty Mental Health. (2012, July 30). Eating disorders meal support: Helpful approaches for families. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPSLdUUlTWE&ab_channel=KeltyMentalHealth
  3. Risser, Z. (Director). (2020). In Shapes! [Short Film]. Blue Zoo. https://www.blue-zoo.co.uk/animation/in-shapes