In this article, the writer first states that when children enter adolescence, they attempt to find role models out of parents, in order to become independent. She mentions that advertisements have provided a long list of role models who can attract and have the power to influence adolescents’ attitudes and values. Afterwards, the writer points out the adolescents not only imitate their role models in advertisements, but also treat them as the target of comparison. She then reveals that advertisements about slimming contribute a large proportion of space in famous youth magazines. The writer notes that adolescents who imitate their role models will highly concerned and feel depressed with their body image. Furthermore, Chan indicates the concept
