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Direct linkMiyairi, Maya; Reel, Justine J. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2011
Weightism involves stigmatization of individuals based on size, shape, or weight. Weight bias represents a form of bullying and is psychologically damaging to children and adolescents. Although weightism is reinforced by the media, family, and in schools, educators can play an important role in changing their class climate. This article described…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Body Weight, Social Bias, Bullying
