Italian Journal of Health Education, Sports and Inclusive Didactics
TOWARDS A NEW APPROACH: EMBODIED LEARNING TO EXPLORE BODY IMAGE
Abstract
As body image mirrors one’s perception of embodiment, it suggests a link between the onset of disorders - such as Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) - and corporeal experiences. To explore the relationship, an embodied learning intervention is proposed. Children, aged 9 to 11, will participate in various experiences, including activities where the body plays a key role in the learning process. By examining the effects of embodied learning, this work could provide insights to help manage BDD onset.
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