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Spoiled sports — ‘culture of fear’, body perception and pressure ruin the game for young athletes

South Africa

Spoiled sports — ‘culture of fear’, body perception and pressure ruin the game for young athletes

By Yanga Sibembe

Mothers’ dieting habits and self-talk have profound impact on daughters

Maverick Life

Mothers’ dieting habits and self-talk have profound impact on daughters

By Janet J. Boseovski and Ashleigh Gallagher

Body neutrality - what is it and how can it lead to a more positive body image?

Magazine

Body neutrality - what is it and how can it lead to a more positive body image?

By Viren Swami

Corsets and waist trainers: how celebrities and influencers have driven our modern obsession with shapewear

Magazine

Corsets and waist trainers: how celebrities and influencers have driven our modern obsession with shapewear

By Naomi Braithwaite

OnlyFans and changing sex work stereotypes

Magazine

OnlyFans and changing sex work stereotypes

By Catherine Del Monte

Street Talk: Body Confidence (Video)

South Africa

Street Talk: Body Confidence (Video)

By Street Talk