Submitted by TEPF Volunteer
According to
a study done by Durham University, the more pictures of plus-sized women shown,
the more women preferred that body type. One hundred women participated in the
experiment and were shown pictures of very thin models followed by plus-sized
models. The exposure to the plus-sized models increased the participants
preference towards that body type and lowered their liking towards the thin
body type.
This study could significantly alter
the way society views body image. If the media increases the variety of body
types in their ads, people could start having a new outlook on their own body
image and feel less pressure to look a certain way.
According to
the article, a couple fashion magazines have already agreed to start using
different types of models. Vogue has
decided to use models over the age of sixteen who are in healthy shape. Also, Seventeen has made the move to use only
unedited photos in their magazine. Although this is a small portion of the
fashion world, these first steps could change the outlook on body image for the
better.
To read more visit http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/plus-size-models-boost-body-image-study-article-1.1199412?localLinksEnabled=false
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