Beware: Simply covering up negative thinking with positive messages may be harmful. A better approach would be to work on replacing negative thought patterns with more realistic ones.
Sometimes, body image or self-esteem problems are too much to handle alone. Health issues, depression, or trauma can affect how you feel about yourself. Eating disorders can cause a poor body image that isn't true.
Tell a parent, doctor, or therapist what you're going through. Ask for help. Body image and self-esteem can get better with help and care.
Reviewed by: D'Arcy Lyness, PhD
Date reviewed: August 2018