Promoting positive body image as part of the curriculum can help us address the negative body image that is a common affliction amongst our students, often resulting in low self-esteem or even mental health issues. This course will both give you a thorough understanding of the importance of body image and also provide you with the resources you need to teach up to 4 body image lessons to your tutor group or PSHE class. You’ll become familiar with the materials and gain an in-depth understanding of the issues that are likely to arise as a result of the lessons – and how to address these.
Promoting Positive Body Image in the Secondary School
A practical guide to teaching body image lessons sensitively and effectively to 12-18 year-olds
Course Outcomes
- Learn what body image is and why it’s important
- Discuss why some students have negative body image and the implications of this
- Explore beauty ideals from around the world
- Take a critical look at the interaction between body image and the media
- Develop skills for combating unhelpful images of beauty
- Understand what ‘fat talk’ is and how to address it
- Teach students the value of compliments and understanding personal strengths