In Tally's world, everyone gets extensive cosmetic surgery at sixteen. Here are some additional links about cosmetic surgery and body image.

Cosmetic Surgery

Note: Many of these sites use the terms "plastic" and "cosmetic" surgery interchangeably. As you will find out, they aren't necessarily the same thing!

What is Cosmetic Surgery?

Wikipedia: Plastic Surgery - Check this article for a brief history and list of types of both plastic and cosmetic surgery.

Teen Plastic Surgery - An article from the Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery.

Teenagers and Cosmetic Surgery - Two additional articles about teenagers and the effects of cosmetic surgery.

FAQ from the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery - Find out the difference between the terms "cosmetic" surgery and "plastic" surgery.

Myth vs. Fact about Cosmetic Surgery - From the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

Cosmetic Surgery: What to Know Beforehand - What are some of the risks of cosmetic surgery? Who might benefit from cosmetic surgery?

Plastic Surgery: Beauty or Beast? - A fascinating article about potential psychological problems that may result from having cosmetic surgery.

Body Image

Wikipedia: Body Image - What does the term "body image" mean?

Body Image and Self-Esteem - Tips for teens and kids on improving body image.

Teen Health: Body Image - Health tips about body image and what contributes to it.

Body image pressure inundates teen girls - Article from CNN.com.

Body Image and Gender Identity - Statistics about the effect of the media on girls' body image.

Body Image: Cosmetic Surgery- Information about when cosmetic surgery is inappropriate for improving body image, as well as information about BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder).

Body Image Issues - Extensive articles from the Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center.