Surge in teen breast ops.
According to a report in the Sunday Times today the number of teenagers having breast operations has increased by 150% in the last year. Doctors believe this is nearly all down to following celebrities.
It is worth readig the full report as it is a worring trend that again emphasises that you have to look a certain way to feel good about yourself.
For anyone working with young people it highlights the importace of building self esteem and positive body image and celebrating differences.
As a Christian it reminds us of the importance to teach young people how God sees us.
The article would make a good discussion starter.
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