Although I like my initial topic idea, I decided to think of a second idea as well. Thinking more about important global issues, I realized that in our society today both obesity and eating disorders, two completely opposite issues, have a great effect on our youth. I began wondering how this problem came about, and believe there is a connection between the media, a large aspect of our culture, and these eating disorders. If I were to use this topic, I would further investigate the effects of media on the health and specifically weight of todays youth.
Interesting topic choice Claire! I think the effect media has on certain aspects, like weight, is an important issue in today's society. One thing I want to point out, however, is that it is possible to have an eating disorder and still be obese. People binge eat (hopefully not that nasty Ethiopian bread, but its possible), or they just don't lose weight when depriving themselves of nutrients.
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Gabriella Elnicki
9/26/2014 12:11:01 am
Claire, this is a really cool idea to incorporate both sides of the problem in America. I think you will be able to make this topic very interesting because you aren't just focusing on one side of the problem. (;
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Jacob Tanen
9/26/2014 12:13:35 am
This is a very good topic, maybe you can discuss how self-image and self-esteem affect teens and cause eating disorders. The media's influence is fairly important for this topic, but maybe you can mention other influences such as upbringing and bullying.
This is a really good topic. I think you should talk a little bit about the depression these people can go into and what it can eventually lead to, for example suicide, drugs, ...
Good idea, very similar to mine. Obesity and Anorexia are more closely related than you might think. They are two opposite ends of a spectrum ultimately revolving around our understanding of fitness.
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Maricate Mangan
9/26/2014 12:25:56 am
I like this idea a lot to give both sides of the argument. However, as much study has already been done on both sides I think you should get more specific and focus on a particular example of media.
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