Does the media's portrayal of beauty affect women today?

Everyday we are constantly surrounded by the media.  Should be concerned by this?  We've heard about the media's affect on women.  But do this really apply in today’s society with people we know in 2012?  Sadly yes, the media still have a strong affect on women today. 

In fact things have worsened.  With today's constant media presences.  There are larger volumes of media portraying a distorted version of feminine beauty and showing us various ways to achieve this version of beauty.  Therefore it is important that there are people bringing to awareness the affects of the media's portrayal of women.  With increased awareness more people would become less susceptible to the influences of the mainstream media and hopefully able to live a more healthy lifestyle.

 

 

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