BODY IMAGE EFFECTS AND TYPES OF BODY IMAGE WEEK 10
OBJECTIVES:
BODY IMAGE EFFECTS AND TYPES OF BODY IMAGE BASIC SCIENCE
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Explain the concept of body image.
- Appreciate individual features and uniqueness in terms of size, shape, height, race, ethnicity, skin color, eye color, and hair.
- Enumerate the factors affecting body image.
- Understand the impact of body image on self-confidence and self-esteem.
BODY IMAGE EFFECTS AND TYPES OF BODY IMAGE BASIC SCIENCE
MATERIALS:
Mirrors
Photos of diverse individuals (different sizes, shapes, races, etc.)
Markers and paper
Positive affirmation cards
Introduction (10 minutes):
Engage Students:
Begin with a reflective question: “How do you feel about the way you look?”
Discuss how everyone has unique features and that these differences make us special.
DEFINE BODY IMAGE:
Body Image: This is the way a person perceives and feels about their physical appearance, which can be influenced by self-perception, experiences, and societal standards.
ASPECT OF BODY IMAGE
The four aspects to body image are: perceptual, Affective, cognitive and behavioral.
Activity 1:
Appreciating Individual Uniqueness (15 minutes):
Discussion:
Talk about how everyone has different features such as size, shape, height, skin color, eye color, and hair type.
Emphasize that there is no “right” way to look, and every feature is part of what makes someone unique.
Exercise:
Have students look in a mirror and note three things they appreciate about their appearance.
Share positive traits with the class, focusing on celebrating diversity and uniqueness.
Activity 2:
Factors Affecting Body Image (15 minutes):
Brainstorming Session:
Ask students what factors might affect how they feel about their bodies (e.g., media, social media, peer influence, family, cultural standards).
Enumerate the factors affecting body image.
BODY IMAGE EFFECTS AND TYPES OF BODY IMAGE BASIC SCIENCE
List these factors on the board.
1. Media and Social Media Influence
2. Cultural and Societal Norms
3. Family and Peer Influence
4. Psychological Factors
5. Life Experience
7. Body Changes (Puberty, Pregnancy, Weight Changes)
Discussion:
Explore how external influences like social media and advertisements often promote unrealistic beauty standards.
Encourage critical thinking about how these standards can impact self-esteem and body image.
Activity 3:
Building Self-Confidence and High Self-Esteem (15 minutes):
Affirmations and Positivity:
Distribute positive affirmation cards (e.g., “I am unique,” “I am beautiful just the way I am,” “My worth is not determined by my appearance”).
Have students read these affirmations aloud and discuss how positive self-talk can improve body image.
Group Activity:
In small groups, have students create posters celebrating diversity in appearance. Include messages promoting self-acceptance and confidence.
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Conclusion (5 minutes):
Review:
Recap the definition of body image, the importance of appreciating uniqueness, and the factors that influence how we see ourselves.
Emphasize that everyone is valuable and deserving of respect, regardless of appearance.
Impact and Importance:
Discuss how understanding and appreciating body image can lead to higher self-confidence and self-esteem.
Highlight that embracing one’s unique features and rejecting unrealistic beauty standards can empower students to feel good about themselves.
Homework:
Ask students to write a letter to themselves, highlighting what they love about their appearance and what makes them unique. Encourage them to keep it as a reminder of their worth.
This lesson plan encourages students to understand and appreciate their own and others’ uniqueness, fosters a positive body image, and promotes self-confidence and self-esteem.
