Teasing about weight can affect pre-teens profoundly, study suggests

Pre-teens are more likely to have self-esteem issue when criticized about their weight. Children will generate a negative outlook on life. This can develop an eating disorder, which is influence by the media. The parent should not criticize but rather seek help and understand their children . The article quote "Because children who develop such negative views of their bodies are at higher risk for internalizing problems, developing irregular eating behaviors and ongoing victimization, researchers said these results should be a signal for more early identification and intervention efforts at schools." This article also gives a example of programs that will help children develop healthier weight.