Butterfly Body Kind Youth Survey 2023 – Results launch
The Butterfly Foundation recently launched the second annual Body Kind Youth Survey results, continuing to show the concerning status of body image among young people in Australia aged 12-18, in particular highlighting the impact it is having on their daily lives. The survey revealed:
- Over half (56.5%) of young people are dissatisfied with how their body looks – 11% more than 2022 results.
- Nearly half (48.5%) reported that their body dissatisfaction stopped them from going to school.
- 78% of young people wished they were thinner or leaner – 16% more than 2022 results.
- Almost two thirds (61.7%) of young Australians said social media made them feel dissatisfied with their body – up by 12% since 2022 results.
- Young people want better body image support in schools. 8 in 10 believe primary schools need to do more, and over 90% felt the same about high schools.
To help launch the results, we’ve worked with three respected parenting influencers, Dr Preeya Alexander, Lael Stone and Ross Andrewartha, to share their reactions to thesefigures and signposting to a series of resources and advice with Butterfly Head of Prevention, Danni Rowlands, for any parents concerned about their teen’s body image.
To support to launch, read the full report and check out the resources for supporting children’s body image, by clicking on the button below. |
