February 22—26, 2010
It's Time to Talk About It
The mission of National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) Week is to ultimately prevent eating disorders and body image issues while reducing the stigma surrounding eating disorders and improving access to treatment. Eating disorders are serious, life-threatening illnesses—not choices—and it's important to recognize the pressures, attitudes and behaviors that shape these disorders. Help is available and recovery is possible! National Eating Disorders Helpline: 800.931.2237
Film: America the Beautiful
Monday, February 22nd, 6:00 pm
K-State Student Union, Little Theatre
Award winning filmmaker Darryl Roberts goes on a five year journey to examine America's new obsession: physical perfection. Follow Darryl as he asks celebrities and experts in the cosmetics, fashion, media, and self-esteem industry the major question at hand...Does America have an unhealthy obsession with beauty? This is a film the fashion, cosmetic, and plastic surgery industries do not want you to see!
Yoga for a Better Body Image
Wednesday, February 24th, 4:30-5:30 pm
K-State Recreational Services Center, Mind/Body Room
Open to K-State students or Recreational Services facility members. Call 785.532.6980 to sign up.
Join us for a free yoga lesson while hearing tips to improve your body image! Did you know? Numerous studies confirm that people who do yoga feel less stressed—and are better able to handle highly stressful situations. Bring a friend and chill for a little while!
The Relationship between Exercise & Body Image: Helpful or Harmful?
Thursday, February 25th, 6:00-7:00 pm
K-State Union, Flint Hills Room
Dr. Beth Fallon, Assistant Director, Department of Kinesiology will present information about exercise and body image across the population, including athletes, individuals with a 'normal' body image range, and those with bulimia and exercise dependence.
Celebrate 'Fearless Friday: A Day Without Dieting'!
Friday, February 26th
Take a break from the diet mentality and enjoy your favorite meal guilt-free. Reflect on all the wonderful things in life that can occupy your time and thoughts. See how empowering a day of self-acceptance can be!
Sponsored by: SNAC, Union Program Council, K-State Healthy Decisions, Lafene Health Center.