Hi there! I'm writing an essay for college with the thesis "Although everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion about changing the way he or she looks, too many people believe that in order to be beautiful one must look like an anorexic model due to the media, the dieting industry, and the clothing industry." I was just wondering if you had any books or articles you could refer me to? I know you guys have done tons of research and I would love to have legitimate sources backing me up. (cont)

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Before I give you recommendations I would strongly suggest that you don’t imply anorexia has a look. That not only adds to body shaming in general but erases the experiences of fat people who also have anorexia.

Personally I would start with Susan Bordo’s “Unbearable Weight,” Jean Kilbourne’s “Can’t Buy My Love,” and Naomi Wolf’s “The Beauty Myth" You can also use Google Scholar to find articles. Also, watch Jean Kilbourne’s documentary "Killing Us Softly.”

That said, for people who want us to help with their research. This stuff is easily accessible and you shouldn’t need to ask us for references. The whole point of having research projects and essays to write is that you go through the process of finding references on your own. It’s part of the learning process. Most of you should have a library on campus with librarians who are literally PAID to help you. Otherwise Google Scholar it. Trust me, it’s the most helpful website ever when doing research.

Now if any of you want to write the 2, 10-page research papers that I have due while I give you suggestions for where to look for references, let me know.

-FBP