Q & A
MAKING WEIGHT

Why has there been such a recent increase in men's problems with food, weight, shape, and appearance?

Why have men been so ashamed about getting help for these problems?

Is it true that as many men want to gain weight as lose it?

What does it feel like to be a man with a "women's" problem?

What are the differences between men and women when it comes to food and weight?

Aren't males and females basically the same biologically?

Is this the first time in history that men have been so concerned about their appearance?

Does society put as many demands on men about appearance as women?

What's the deal with so much male skin being shown in the media these days?

Which eating disorders are most common in men?

Are there any disorders more common in men than in women?

Are they more common in the gay community?

Why do you think the overweight epidemic that everyone talks about is based on propaganda?

How are men stereotyped in advertising, and what effect does that have on their self-esteem and body image?

What's wrong with compulsive exercisers just trying to keep in good shape?

How much exercise should people get? Is it the same for men and women?

Is it true that men spend over $130 million annually on plastic surgery?

If liposuction, face lifts, nose jobs, anti-wrinkle injections, chin augmentation, and eyelid tucks improve a guy's self-image, what's the matter with cosmetic surgery?

Do men or women really care how long a man's penis is?

How does body dissatisfaction affect a man sexually?

What are the advantages of gender-specific treatment for eating disorders?

Do guys eat or act differently when they are in all male groups?

How can loved ones help men who are in denial about their problems?

What should parents do when their son develops an eating disorder?

What are the ten steps to healthy living?

How can you tell if a man is overweight or just naturally large?

Are all fats the same?

Why is fat more relevant than weight?

Why don't diets work?

How does the body go on red alert when someone diets?

What better ways are there to measure health than weight?

How much does genetics contribute to weight and shape?

If someone is naturally thin, can they gain weight and muscle?

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