In a recent study conducted by Purdue sociology researcher Sarah Mustillo via the National Growth and Health Study it has been revealed that losing weight does not necessarily boost confidence and whether or not it does may depend on your race.
Mustillo analyzed ten years of data on upwards of 2,000 black and white girls.
Mustillo can’t say exactly why the effects of obesity-related stigma lingered for the white girls, but not the black. That’s a subject for future study.
New Image Camps makes self-esteem a top priority and focuses on making self-esteem an essential step in their four step summer teen weight loss camp.
New Image Camps philosophy:
From the moment campers arrive, they are treated with respect and caring
by our highly trained staff who are all devoted to the New Image philosophy:1. Provide an environment where weight loss is an integral part of the summer camp experience
2. Promote health, wellness, integrity and learning
3. Build self-esteem and lasting friendships
4. Ensure individualized attention that yields results
