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News briefing: Body confidence an issue for boys, report warns
Most boys think body image is an issue for boys as well as girls, and many feel pressure to look good from the media, according to a new report. Boys reported feeling most body-conscious at school. However, most said they would find it hard to talk to a teacher about body confidence problems.
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