The 20th/21st centuries'media/fashion world/medical world's constant,unremitting message from the moment that we are born that thin is good and to be applauded and is a sign of self control and success;whilst fat is bad and to be criticised and is a sign of no self control and failure!
If it's been drummed into you since day one,then it kind of takes hold
If it's been drummed into you since day one,then it kind of takes hold
13 years