Body Image laid bare | Jem Gunn | TEDxUoChester

Jem focuses on the topic of Body Image, exploring the impact of social media on an individual's self-image, and the rise in Body Dysmorphia cases. She will share advice on how to identify individuals suffering from Body Dysmorphia, and provide ways to positively effect change. Jem Gunn is a Clinical Director, Consultant Psychotherapist & Supervisor, and BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder) awareness campaigner. Jem has trained extensively in integrative psychotherapy and advanced psychopathology, transactional analysis & counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, and organisational coaching, and is founder of the BPC method for Body Dysmorphia. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@fatmasavuci9427]

I shared this with my friend and we were able to have a proper conversation about the way she’s been avoiding meeting up and posting photos and avoiding mirrors, it’s helped so much, thank you

[@muratozer6198]

That’s a great speech. I really appreciate you are talking about this topic in front of the audience. People should know more about it.

[@rmysgms]

Wow I didn’t realise this was so common, am really pleased you are raising awareness, is so topical right now with all the social media filters and influencers

[@aydncolak9441]

I really like your speech you’re totally right every time I think my friend had the same problem and I will show this speech to her

[@SevimDalgicGul]

Absolutely needed to hear this

[@user-vf8yp2zz5v]

Thank you for raising awareness

[@ezelberatkaratay9064]

Thanks to your speech I’m getting back my confidence. you really inspired me a lot.

[@shacomatik-gh9bh]

A superb dive into the topics

[@sudenaz8745]

That was truly life changing

[@user-fn2lh3eg8d]

Truly inspirational

[@ozandinc1624]

Love it, I’m going to nominate you to our health magazine as a guest contributor as this is such an important topic

[@kadirsahin2997]

I appreciate her insight

[@denizderyatv431]

I can totally relate, thank you so much

[@halilaysu3813]

I'm glad that these topics are being discussed

[@jemgunn]

Thank you so much for watching and helping to reduce the stigma of BDD, I can’t believe 132 years have passed since it was first clinically described👍🏻. I offer a 7 step treatment programme for body dysmorphic disorder, please contact me if you would like to learn more 💝

[@Bisiklet_official]

More people should watch this

[@jemgunn]

Thank you so much, my intent is to raise awareness and spread the word far and wide so that most people are aware and informed about body dysmorphic disorder- especially after the pandemic where there is the expectation to have life largely online! 👍🏻

[@Chaewly_wx]

This is the energy we need today

[@ahmetaslan6016]

Loved it

[@arsenarda]

Great video!

[@tunahan1783]

Wisdom that we all needed

[@cahitcevik7877]

This really helped me

[@erdemssfan]

Brilliant speech, do you offer private therapy or group therapy classes? Where can I find out more?

[@xanmallahverdiyeva7764]

Now I have to subscribe!

[@turkanceferova8277]

Wonderful discussion

[@jemgunn]

Thank you so much. I feel it is an important topic to raise awareness about, especially given that individuals are 45 times more likely to die by suicide if left untreated. Thanks for your support 👍🏻

[@nilay-mg3qj]

Feels nice to be understood

[@jemgunn]

I’m so pleased you feel understood. There are also many online support groups for individuals with body dysmorphic disorder, to feel validated and understood. You are not alone. 👍🏻

[@eminegok6968]

She is so right

[@jemgunn]

I can only speak from my lived experience and professional expertise, so this only intends to share my insight in the hope that it raises awareness about this mental health condition. Thank you please pass on the message where you can 👍🏻

[@_Sniperbs_]

Why do people judge according to our appearance? I think everyone already know that the beauty is inside.

[@scarredcitizen2023]

Why do we care

[@tubistuba9928]

TH-cam brought me to the right place

[@supertruthfortynine]

Hilarious! A bird lecturing others on accepting your own physicality, yet clearly has gone in for cosmetic 'enhancements'. Ooh the hypocrisy!
I recall some time ago taking you out for your tea, possibly Haworth, I can't quite remember. However I do remember you probing me on my financial standing. And when my answers weren't to your satisfaction you rolled your eyes and muttered to yourself 'why can't I just meet a guy who's got money..'
Yup, typical bird.

[@meladenosine4995]

lol, you sound bitter.

[@supertruthfortynine]

@@meladenosine4995 Remember rightly, enlightened!?