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Report of the APA Task Force on the Sexualization of Girls (Copyright © APA)

2007, Report, English
Web link: http://www.apa.org/pi/wpo/sexualization.html

Description:

The proliferation of sexualized images of girls and young women in advertising, merchandising, and media is harming girls' self-image and healthy development. This report explores the cognitive and emotional consequences, consequences for mental and physical health, and impact on development of a healthy sexual self-image.

Availability information:

This publication is not available to order through NWHIC. You may access it for free on-line. Please contact the organization below for instructions on ordering a printed copy.

Source:

American Psychological Association
750 First Street, NE
Washington DC 20002-4242

Phone number(s):

(202) 336-5500
(202) 336-5580 (membership)
(202) 336-6123 (TDD/TTY)
(800) 374-2721
(800) 374-2721

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NWHIC record number P-12830

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