ISBN:
9781476673042
Language:
English
Pages:
vii, 196 Seiten
DDC:
306.4/613082
Keywords:
Body image in women
;
Self-esteem in women
;
Discrimination against overweight women
;
Body weight Public opinion
;
Frau
;
Körperbild
;
Körpergewicht
;
Körperfett
;
Gewichtszunahme
;
Feminismus
Abstract:
Inhaltsverzeichnis: The evolution of fat talk -- The culture of fat talk -- When fat talk got a name -- What are the known consequences of fat talk? -- Who are the fat talkers? -- Invasion of body snarking: our culture, healthcare, and feminist politics -- "Other women like fat talk, but I don't!" -- Feminism and the personal effects of fat talk -- Feminism targeting the feminine enemies in our culture.
Abstract:
Klappentext: "Women have unintentionally become their own worst enemies through their engagement in 'fat talk'--critical dialogue about one's own physical appearance, and 'body snarking' or criticism towards other women's bodies. This book reviews and analyzes the origins and effects of fat talk and body snarking, and provides potential solutions that include evidence-based personal therapies and community interventions"--
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
URL:
https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/fat-talk/
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