Peer Pressure and Body Image

Consider the following scenario. You have noticed that one of your friends is exhibiting early signs of an eating disorder. You are deeply concerned about your friend and would like to communicate your concerns. You have decided to write your friend a letter discussing the signs he or she is exhibiting suggestions on how to get help.

You should address the following issues in your letter:

1. What are the signs your friend is exhibiting?
2. How will the eating disorder affect your friend's overall health and well-being in both the short-term and long-term?
3. How can your friend receive help?

As you write your letter, include the following elements:

1. Salutation
2. Body of Letter
   1. Introduction of topics (ex: signs, effects, and help)
   2. Use research and data to support your discussion
   3. Provide specific information on where your friend can receive help
3. Conclusion
   1. Restate main ideas
   2. Summarize and conclude your letter

Before you begin, review Eating Disorder Letter Checklist so that you will understand how your assignment will be graded. You will need to use resources outside of this course to complete this assignment. Please submit a Works Cited document. If you need assistance, visit the Developmental Module for information on citing any resources you use.

Once you complete your letter, please submit your work to the dropbox.