This important book is the first of its kind to assess the biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors that lead to concerns with body image among adolescents, and the measures that can be taken to address them.The book is ideal reading for researchers and undergraduate students from a variety of fields, including developmental and social psychology, sociology, and cultural and health studies. Professionals working with young people, whether in education, health promotion or any other allied discipline will also find this book an invaluable resource.

1. Introduction 2. Assessment and measurement 3. Body change strategies and appearance management behaviours 4. Biological Factors 5. Gender, ethnicity and cultural factors 6. Media 7. Individual factors 8. Peers 9. Family 10. School 11. Sport 12. Visible differences 13. Prevention and treatment

Lina A. Ricciardelli is a professor in the School of Psychology at Deakin University, Australia

Zali Yager is a senior lecturer in the College of Education at Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia