Systematic Review of Teachers’ Role in Building Positive Body Image through Pedagogical and Emotional Support

• Siti Aenul Izqiatullailiyah

  Indonesia University of Education

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• Tati Kustiawati

  Indonesia University of Education

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• Ibrahim Al Hakim

  Indonesia University of Education

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• Ipah Saripah

  Indonesia University of Education

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Positive body image is one of the important factors in shaping students' psychological well-being, but research shows that many adolescents experience dissatisfaction with their bodies due to the influence of social environments and the media. This problem requires teachers to play an active role in creating a supportive learning environment through pedagogical approaches and emotional support. This study aims to systematically review various studies that discuss the contribution of teachers in building a positive body image at school. This study uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method by collecting literature from the Scopus and Google Scholar databases (2015-2025) through the stages of identification, selection, and thematic analysis of relevant scientific publications. The review results show that teachers play a significant role in fostering self-acceptance, self-confidence, and positive views of students' bodies through reflective learning strategies, positive role models, empathetic communication, and the integration of body image issues into the curriculum. The discussion reveals that the effectiveness of the teacher's role is greatly influenced by sensitivity to issues of physical diversity, body literacy training, and school policy support. In conclusion, teachers have a strategic position in shaping students' positive body image through conscious pedagogical and emotional interactions. This study implies the importance of strengthening teacher capacity and developing school policies that support the creation of a safe, inclusive learning environment that is oriented towards student welfare.

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