Girls’ poor body image caused by peer pressure

Significant differences between girls and boys have emerged from a major survey on young people’s body image.

The Dáil na nÓg Council survey found that the most negative influence on girls’ body image was comparing themselves to other girls.

Because of body image concerns, girls are up to twice as likely as boys to struggle to take part in activities such as swimming, sports, dating, and putting pictures of themselves on Facebook.