I'm not anorexic, I'm from Texas! Are there anorexics in Texas?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She uses regional identity to deny assumptions about her body image.
- In plain terms
- She claims being from Texas exempts her from anorexia.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultural background is sometimes used to counter beauty norms.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does culture affect health?
- Where do stereotypes come from?
Another view
Anorexia can affect anyone regardless of origin.
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