Why do young girls feel they are held to different beauty standards than boys?

Published: Aug. 7, 2024, 7 a.m.

Girls as young as seven feel they are held to different beauty standards than boys, according to a survey by Girlguiding.   

The findings revealed that many young girls are becoming increasingly self-conscious about their looks and that a significant number are considering cosmetic procedures to fix their insecurities.  We discuss the findings with Psychotherapist and Author Stella O\u2019Malley.