In this episode, Charlotte Markey returns to our show to discuss adult body image with her latest book, Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life.As a distinguished psychologist and professor at Rutgers University, Charlotte builds on her previous works (The Body Image Book for Girls and Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys) to address body image issues faced by young adults aged 16 to 25.With nearly three decades of research behind her, she provides valuable insights and practical strategies for developing a positive body image amidst today's cultural pressures. Join us as Charlotte explores her mission of helping individuals embrace their unique physicality with confidence and appreciation.What You Will Learn About Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life with Charlotte Markey:00:00 Introduction02:24 Charlottes body image education from tweens to young adults04:47 A broad view of body image in young adults07:06 Social media's impact on young adults14:59 Parental concerns about body image21:07 Mental health's relationship to body image22:03 The impact of physical activity and relationships23:55 Challenges in accessing healthcare28:11 The role of books and resources in information and self-advocacy31:27 Body image myths and realities35:55 Therapeutic approaches to body image issues and self-acceptance// FeatureCheck out Jills book, Kids Thrive at Every Sizehttps://thenourishedchild.com/kids-thrive-at-every-sizeDoes Your Child Have the Habits to Thrive at Every Size? Take My Quiz!https://thenourishedchild.com/healthy-habits-quizEpisode #122: The Body Image Book for Girlshttps://thenourishedchild.com/girls-body-imageEpisode #162: Body Image Issues in Boyshttps://thenourishedchild.com/body-image-issues-boysSIGN UP FOR A ONE-TIME COUNSELING SESSION WITH JILL ON THE SHOWhttps://calendly.com/jillcastle/podcast-interview// GOT QUESTIONS?Want your burning question answered in our podcast? Get the answers straight from Jill Castle. Drop your questions through this linkhttps://www.speakpipe.com/TheNourishedChildpodcast// Connect with Charlotte MarkeyWebsite: www.CharlotteMarkey.comBooks webpage: www.TheBodyImageBook.comOn Facebook: Dr. Charlotte Markey Instagram: @char_markeyTikTok: @charmarkeyThreads: @char_markeySubstack: @BODY TALK// Follow and Subscribe!Podcast Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nourished-child/id1149940384 YouTubehttps://thenourishedchild.com/youtubeSpotifyhttps://thenourishedchild.com/spotifyApple Podcasthttps://thenourishedchild.com/applepodcastStitcherhttps://thenourishedchild.com/stitcherRSShttps://thenourishedchild.com/libsynrss// LinksLearn more about The Nourished Childhttps://thenourishedchild.com/about-usLearn more about Jill Castlehttps://jillcastle.com/about-jillListen to The Nourished Child Podcasthttps://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/ // Follow Jill on SocialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenourishedchildInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/i.am.pedird/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pediRDTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/pediRDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillcastle/Note: This description may contain affiliate links to products I recommend as a pediatric dietitian and nutritionist. If you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!Also, this channel provides general advice. It does not offer individualized nutrition interventions, instructions or counseling. Please consult with your primary healthcare provider with health concerns or for medical advice.