POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

Use realistic models in the media as a way to reduce perceived pressure to be thin and construct positive attitudes of self and counteract possible negative influences of idealized media images. Parents, teachers, and college counselling services should help female college students develop individuality and value their personal uniqueness and believe in themselves, rather than seen in false images. TV shows/advertisements should be launched that encourage use of pos- itive eating behaviours Paediatricians, dieticians and others related to health care fields should put and reinforce messages against developing eating disorder by educating parents and families.