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Adolescent tanning, disordered eating, and risk taking
1Department of Psychology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL.
Summary
Indoor tanning and eating disorder behaviors are linked in adolescents, possibly due to body image issues. This commentary explores this connection and suggests prevention strategies like professional counseling and policy changes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Indoor tanning and eating disorders are significant public health risks for adolescents.
- Emerging research suggests a potential association between these two behaviors.
- Dysfunctional body image cognition may be a shared underlying factor.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss a model explaining the link between indoor tanning and eating disorder behaviors in teenagers.
- To present strategies for preventing these negative health outcomes.
- To emphasize the prevention of adolescent tanning behavior.
Main Methods:
- This is a commentary discussing a proposed model.
- It reviews existing research and suggests preventative approaches.
- No new empirical data was collected.
Main Results:
- A potential model linking indoor tanning and eating disorders via body image cognition is discussed.
- Several prevention strategies are proposed.
- Focus is placed on preventing adolescent tanning.
Conclusions:
- The association between indoor tanning and eating disorders warrants further investigation.
- Preventative measures should target adolescent tanning behavior.
- Interventions may include professional counseling, parental monitoring, and policy changes.
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