Many young women are not attending smear tests because they are embarrassed about their bodies, a cancer charity has warned.

Peer pressure, pressure to conform, and cyberbullying are all factors in teenagers’ poor perception of their own body image, according to new research.

Research on teenage girls in Ireland has found worrying levels of body confidence and mental health issues among those who do not play sport.

Is Kim Kardashian a celebrity to aspire to or one to be held up as an example of who-not-to-be? Our writers Róisín Burke and Ellie O’Byrne battle it out. Which side are you on?

If you've ever thought about squeezing yourself into a tight one-piece to look slim in something else that's tight, check out these viral pics first.

Boys are now so worried about their body image that some are resorting to skipping meals and turning to steroid abuse.

The 44-year-old actor, who is currently shooting the upcoming fifth installment of the 'Bourne' films, was forced to give up some of his favourite indulgences, including "burgers and beer," to get ripped for his return to the franchise and admits he wouldn't do it if he wasn't being paid.

The 70-year-old actress insisted that she cannot wear shorts in public because she hates her short pins, which she compared to soccer star Wayne Rooney's.

The 'Waiting All Night' hitmaker loves to work out but insists she is not doing it to lose weight.

Maybe hold off on reaching for the pizza menu, though.

You need to enter a building. There are two doors: one says 'beautiful' - the other reads 'average'.

SCHOOLGIRLS in Cork City are teaching their peers that looks are not all-important and to be happy in themselves.