Fat Studies

Fat Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines how society perceives, stigmatizes, and treats people based on their body size. It challenges mainstream ideas that equate thinness with health and worth, advocating for greater understanding and respect for diverse body types. The discipline explores issues like discrimination, bias, media representation, healthcare access, and social policies affecting plus-size individuals. By questioning societal norms, Fat Studies promotes body positivity, inclusivity, and the recognition of body diversity as natural and deserving of dignity.