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New research is making some alarming assertions about children and weight ideals. According to the findings of a study involving a group of 55 preschoolers, the desire to be thin manifests itself in girls as young as 3-years-of-age. Read more about this study’s findings by clicking here.

Parents, do you believe the findings of this study? Have your own kids ever expressed any opinions about body type? Have you spoken with them about weight? Share your thoughts in the comment section.

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