Because media messages frequently tell females in particular that they must be thin and beautiful to achieve social acceptability, social science has been able to demonstrate a relationship between media, __________, and eating disorders.

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The media's messaging of thinness and beauty leads to negative body image, which in turn can lead to the development of eating disorders such as bulimia. There is no evidence to suggest a direct relationship between media and dating, parental involvement, or lack of popularity with eating disorders.

Because Media Messages Frequently Tell Females in Particular That They