Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life

by Charlotte Markey

Discover the ultimate guide to taking on adulthood with body confidence. In a world where body satisfaction plummets during adolescence, and a global pandemic and social media frenzy have created extra pressure, Adultish is a survival kit for young adults. This all-inclusive book provides evidence-based information on everything from social media and sex to mental health and nutrition. Packed with valuable features like Q&As, myth-busting, real-life stories, and expert advice, it is a go-to source for discovering the importance of self-acceptance and embarking on a journey towards loving the skin you're in.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction

296 pages, Paperback

Published August 1, 2024

About the author

Charlotte N. Markey, Ph.D. is a professor of psychology and member of the Psychology, Health Sciences, and Prevention Science Departments at Rutgers University at Camden.

She received her doctorate from the University of California at Riverside in health and developmental psychology, with a focus on eating behaviors and body image.

She has been conducting research on eating and body image for over 25 years.

Dr. Markey has published over 100 book chapters and journal articles in peer-reviewed journals. She has hundreds of presentations to her name at universities across the U.S. and at national and international conferences. Each year, she teaches hundreds of students at Rutgers University, including students in her Psychology of Eating course.

Dr. Markey has long been involved in community efforts to educate parents and children about eating, body image, and psychological and physical health in general.

Reviews

[Helene · Rating 1 out of 5]

Es nervt mich so doll. Schleppe das seit Wochen mit mir rum aber werde es nicht zu ende lesen, der eigentliche Informationsgehalt ist so lachhaft wenig dass man das eigentlich gar nicht als non-fiction beschreiben darf. Die Kapitel umfassen gefühlt alles, was auch nur rudimentär mit dem Thema bodyimage zu tun haben könnte, aber dann halt so vereinfacht dargestellt, dass nichts sinnvolles bei rumkommt. Kapitel nutrition: you should eat protein, carbs and fat. Kapitel mental health: you could be depressed. You can go to therapy or take meds. Kapitel social media: this could be bad for you. Some sources say it could help. Some people use plastic surgery. But thats not always helpful.
Wow danke sherlock, das hat mir alles unglaublich viel geholfen 😂😂 hätte mir einfach mehr tatsächliche Infos zum Thema body image/dysmorphia etc. Erhofft mit vielleicht so ein bissl mehr wirklich was hilfreichem aber das war einfach totale papierverschwendung.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

beetje vreemd verjaardagscadeau maar wel soms nieuwe dingen geleerd!

[Lisa Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book could not be more timely. Dr. Markey's book is perfectly attuned to her target audience -- young adults -- and presents a wealth of comprehensive information about body image. She covers the myriad factors that influence body image and shares tangible steps readers can take, all in an accessible and inviting format. Highly recommend!

[Kamila Irvine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been delighted and privileged to have had an opportunity to read an advance copy of the book. Adultish is an excellent introduction to body image for all, backed by science, accompanied by personal stories, and clearly identifying diet culture and misinformation. It's a genuinely gorgeous book, with clear takeaway messages at the end of each chapter, as well as recommendations for further reading. Also, there are exercises you can engage in, so it's not just reading about body image but an opportunity to work to improve your own. We can all benefit from better relationships with our bodies, food and movement and Dr Markey makes it clear how.
I'm a Senior Lecturer in Body Image and Eating Disorders and will be ordering copies for the University library.

[Jo-Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a psychologist, I'm very impressed with this book. It is highly readable, and well researched. I have given Dr. Markey's other books to my kids and this one is fantastic for teens and young adults who are struggling with specific body image or eating issues, and also for those who are not. Through stories and expert advice, the author deepens our understanding of how body image affects so many areas of our life and how we can become more accepting of ourselves in a culture that makes that difficult.

[Jess Rabon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read for anyone who wants to learn more about body image and get practical tips, as well as resources, to help improve your body image. I would say the target audience is likely teens and young adults; however, a lot of the research and skills are applicable to individuals of any age. The book also includes various screeners so you can do self-checks on various aspects of body image.

[Kathryn McDaniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Consider this my recommendation: good, well written, will be using this material for talks at camp with college gals. Useful to understand your body a little more! And an encouragement to treat it kindly.

[Camilla · Rating 4 out of 5]

More for adolescents than for adults.
The collection of stories brought me melancholy of my 20s. Not therapeutic for me, I would give 3.5 star.