Social media, books, songs, and film all regularly cast people who are overweight in a negative light. This an example of:

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Structural stigma refers to societal norms, policies, and practices that create an environment in which marginalized groups are disadvantaged. The media's portrayal of overweight individuals perpetuates negative stereotypes and biases, creating a structural stigma against them. Felt stigma refers to the personal experiences of prejudice and discrimination, enacted stigma refers to the actions taken by others to stigmatize a person or group, and internalized stigma refers to the internalization of negative stereotypes and beliefs about oneself. While these other forms of stigma may also apply to overweight individuals, the question specifically mentions the media, which is an example of structural stigma.

Social Media, Books, Songs, and Film All Regularly Cast People