What's So Important About Self Image?

Someone asked me the other day why positive self and body image is important. It's not just about being positive to feel good about yourself and build other people up. There are real health risks to negative body image! Research shows that teens with negative body image are more likely to be depressed, anxious, and suicidal. It's a big clinical predictor for eating disorders too. Here is an article talking about the science.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2006/06/060606224541.htm