‘Elephant’ Syndrome
What goes on in the mind of a fat child? Check out this post on Angry Fat Girlz.
As parents we can teach our kids some things:
-Go easy on criticism-criticizing others(think about the names kids call their fatter or skinnier counterparts) and taking it. It isn’t easy not to take yourself seriously but once you learn to laugh at your defects life becomes easier. A lot of young kids who are anorexic or have weight problems have a problem with criticism.
Some parenting tips:
-Don’t be so hard on yourself and your kids won’t be either. Many times parents are embarassed by their own appearance and take it out on their kids by being overly strict with when it comes to their diet.
-Teach your kids how to eat sensibly and eat like them. No double standards.
-Spend time with your kids. Parents who are pressed for time will find their kids spending more time watching television and gorging on fatty foods for comfort. By taking part in activities with our kids, we give them a reason to be active and engaged.
How do you deal with your kid’s body image perception problems?
childhood obesity, obesity, fat, parenting, anorexia, binge eating, depression
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