[V4/5] Bigorexia

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo lwoo, vwo
• Leerjaar 4

[V4/5] Bigorexia

Today's lesson

• Reading your book
• WaspReporter Article - Reading & Listening
• Testweek test discussion

Today's goals

• You are going to train your reading skills. 
• You are going to train your listening skills.
• You know more about the phenomenon 'bigorexia'

Task 1: Prior knowledge on body dysmorphia/bigorexia

Discuss the following questions:

• Have you heard of body dysmorphia (MD)?
• What do you think it is?
• Do you think MD is more common in men or in women? Why?
• How does gym culture affect MD?
• How does social media change how people see their bodies? 

Task 2

• Watch the video by ABC news on muscle dysmorphia
• Take notes on paper
• After the video, you'll need to answer a few questions on the video.

What does Justin Baldoni describe as a major reason for maintaining a specific body image?

1. To improve his health
2. To gain respect and job opportunities
3. To fit in with friends
4. To participate in sports

How is muscle dysmorphia, also known as bigorexia, primarily characterized?

1. An obsession with becoming thin
2. An obsession with gaining strength and muscle size
3. A desire to avoid exercise
4. A general dissatisfaction with appearance

What societal factor is mentioned as contributing to body image issues in men?

1. Social media and popular culture
2. Government health guidelines
3. Education systems
4. Financial incentives

Which of the following is a recommended way to reduce stigma around men’s body image issues?

1. Encouraging men to exercise more
2. Limiting access to gym memberships
3. Promoting open discussions about body image struggles
4. Ignoring the issue to avoid attention

What potential effects can muscle dysmorphia have on an individual?

1. Increased flexibility and relaxation
2. Positive mental well-being and confidence
3. Both physical and mental health challenges
4. A decrease in strength and endurance

Task 3: decide for the following words whether they are positive or negative

positive

negative

scare

passionate

struggle

obsessive

awesome

manipulate

inspiration

burden

thoughtful

tough

compliments

confidence

emergency

wisdom

solution

Task 4: Listen to & read the text

Do the exam training on p.11 of the Student File. 

Please write the answers in your notebook.

(Do not write in the Student File)

Homework

Read in your book (10% before the next lesson)

Listen to English podcasts

Watch English videos (without subtitles)

Answers assignment 34

1. C

2. D

3. D

4. 1niet; 2wel; 3niet

5. C

6. D

7. Het lijkt erop dat sociale media het probleem snel erger gemaakt hebben. 

8. C

9. B

10. D

The testweek test

Check points & check your mark.

Compare with rubric. Is it clear:

• where your mark comes from?
• how you could improve in a resit?

Any questions? Come to my desk.

No questions? Continue reading your book.