Teenagers And Plastic Surgery By Jennifer Kelleher Analysis

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“Teens and Plastic Surgery” by Jennifer Kelleher speaks about the declining stigma surrounding plastic surgery resulting in a more relaxed a more relaxed attitude towards it. The article states that the complications with plastic surgery are not as prevalent as media makes them seem, and gives examples of the benefits young girls have seen from their procedures. Kelleher addresses the issue of always being unhappy with one's appearance due to cosmetic surgeries, known as body dysmorphia. Mental illness such as body dysmorphia can cause addiction to plastic surgery. The article explains how this is an outcome of the pressure placed on young adult’s looks as well as different values surrounding appearance being taught by parents and media. I