As we discover information and resources that we feel would be helpful to you in your work with girls, we will share them with you here.
For example, according to the National Eating Disorders Association, (NEDA),
As figures of influence, educators and coaches have a unique opportunity to recognize early warning signs and impart information regarding the serious issues of eating disorders.
If you have a student or athlete with negative body image or that is showing signs of a problem, you may be in a position to reach out to the individual, their friends and/or their family. Your support and guidance can play a significant role in leading someone into treatment.
The National Eating Disorders Association website can provide you with a wealth of information.
Recently, Nan was invited to participate in a dialogue between educators, parents and professionals in the various fields of eating disorder prevention and treatment to help identify the key components to be included in resource kits for educators and parents. The resulting NEDA Educator Tool Kit includes frequently asked questions and common myths about eating disorders, strategies for assisting students and much more.
This valuable resource can be downloaded at:
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/information-resources/educator-toolkit.php
A NEDA Parent Took Kit is also available in downloadable form at:
http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/information-resources/parent-toolkit.php
While the How I Look Journal is comprehensive enough to allow educators to design class time activities and discussions, over 50 short lessons have already been created and are being used in conjunction with the journal. These include programming for high school mentors and cadet girl scouts, as well as recommendations on other published curricula that you may want to incorporate. We are currently working on making these lessons and lists available to you here.
In addition, for co-ed schools requiring concurrent programming for boys, we recommend Just for Boys by Sandra Friedman, available at http://www.gurze.com.
Digital retouching of models' photographs is commonly referred to as the 'digital diet.' A psychological study in 1995 found that three minutes spent looking at a fashion magazine caused 70% of women to feel depressed, guilty and shameful. Subsequent studies have confirmed these findings. Showing girls visible evidence of digital retouching may counter some of the media's impact. A number of websites highlight these retouching techniques, but The Dove Campaign for Real Beauty is by far the best example of a digital transition.
We are currently preparing a CD of before and after photos that will be available to our partner schools to eliminate the need for internet access in the classroom.
For now, while you are working through the media topics in Chapter 5 of the How I Look Journal, you can view the Dove Campaign video at:http://www.campaignforrealbeauty.com/home_films_evolution_v2.swf
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In conjunction with our chapter on Stress, we are preparing a CD of breathing exercises conducted by Camella, our favorite yoga and meditation teacher.
For more by Camella, go to:
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