Lori Bindig - Media Literacy and Body Image

Dr. Lori Bindig, an associate professor at Sacred Heart University, discusses the impact of media on body image and eating disorders. She highlights the cultural component of body image issues, emphasizing how media portrays unrealistic ideals. The video explores how media techniques like digital editing and lighting create false realities, stressing the importance of media literacy and critical viewing skills to understand these influences.

What is one of the main areas of research for Dr. Lori Bindig?

• Media literacy and body image

• Cultural anthropology

• Clinical psychology

• Nutritional science

At what age do studies show that a significant percentage of young girls start feeling the need to diet?

• Fourth grade

• Second grade

• Sixth grade

• Eighth grade

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way media creates unrealistic body standards?

• Photoshop in advertisements

• Tailored clothing for actors

• Filters on social media

• Natural lighting in photos

Why is media literacy important for young people according to Dr. Lori Bindig?

• To become professional media critics

• To learn new media production techniques

• To understand that media portrayals are not real

• To improve their academic performance

What role does media play in shaping body image according to the video?

• It only affects adults

• It helps promote healthy body standards

• It has no significant impact

• It creates a false reality of body expectations