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Defining What "Slim" Means for a Girl: An Evolving Perspective

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Research shows that girls are more likely than boys to have a negative body image, often influenced by strict and unrealistic social and cultural beauty ideals. This societal pressure significantly shapes how the term "slim" is perceived and internalized, with its meaning varying greatly across different contexts and individuals.