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Handbook of Diversity in Body Image is a novel exploration that exceeds traditional discussions of body image to delve into the culturally varied experiences. The book begins by tracing the historical trajectory of body image research and practice, highlighting the evolution from past perspectives to our current understanding. The next section presents comprehensive insights into body image in various countries and regions including East Asia, South America, the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Additional chapters review the intricate intersections of identity, including discussions on body image in racialized minority groups, minoritized sexual and gender identities, men, the food insecure, and individuals facing religious diversities. Each chapter highlights the importance of understanding and embracing diversity in body image practice, emphasizing the significance of intersectionality in both research and real-world applications.
Contents
Section 1: Introduction
1. Body image research and practice: Where we were and where we are now
Section 2: Diversities in Culture and Geography
2. Body image in East Asia
3. Body image in South and Southeast Asia
4. Body image in South America and the Caribbean
5. Body image in Sub-Saharan Africa
6. Body image in the Middle East and North Africa
7. Body image in Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Section 3: Diversities in Social Identity
8. Body image in racialized minority groups
9. Body image in minoritized sexual identities
10. Body image in minoritized gender identities
11. Body image in men
12. Body image in the food insecure
Section 4: Diversities in Life Experiences
13. Body image in religious diversities
14. Body image in childhood and adolescence
15. Body image in older individuals
16. Body image in people with visible differences
17. Body image in people with disabilities
18. Body image and illness
19. Body image in neurodiverse communities
20. Body image in larger-bodied individuals
Section 5: Diversities in Body Image Practice
21. Understanding diversity in body image practice
22. The importance of intersectionality in body image research and practice
Section 6: Conclusion
23. Body image research and practice: Where we go from here
