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Elder Vanessa Amoros, Professional Mentors, Public Health Solutions, 159-34 Riverdale Dr. #4J, New York, NY 10032, 646-279-6891, VANNY080@AOL.COM
Elder Vanessa Amoros, Lehman College Student and Public Health Solutions intern/mentor, 159-34 Riverdale Dr. #4J, New York, NY 10032.
Focus Groups were conducted among Junior High Latino immigrant females to explore their knowledge and attitudes about body image, obesity and eating disorders. Media influences as they relate to female body image and eating habits were also explored. Through this assessment we expect to identify the young women’s perceived risk of developing eating disorders and self image ills. The presentation will discuss the qualitative findings and identify possible interventions to address and prevent the development of any eating disorders among this group.
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Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.