Body Image and the Asian Experience

How do culture, media and history shape the way millions of people in Asia and the Asian diaspora see their bodies? Body Image and the Asian Experience by Hsiu-Lan Cheng and Yuying Tsong offers a thoughtful, research-driven exploration of body image across diverse Asian contexts.

This engaging volume brings together cultural psychology, social research and lived narratives to illuminate how traditional beauty ideals, media representation, globalization and migration influence body image in East, Southeast and South Asia as well as among Asian communities abroad. Clear, well-organized chapters examine topics such as appearance norms, gendered expectations, the role of social media, and the intersection of mental health and eating-related concerns—making complex scholarship accessible to students, clinicians and general readers alike.

Readers will find both rigorous analysis and practical insight: comparative case studies reveal regional variation, while discussion of implications for clinical practice, education and public health offers tools for intervention and awareness. Whether you’re a therapist addressing body dissatisfaction, a researcher studying cultural influences on self-image, or a reader seeking deeper understanding of the Asian experience, this book equips you with evidence-based perspectives and culturally informed strategies.

Discover a nuanced, compassionate account that bridges academia and real-world application. Bring Body Image and the Asian Experience into your professional library or personal collection to better understand how culture, media and identity converge around the body in contemporary Asian societies and diasporas. Order your copy today.

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