Iceland - The case studies

Students on this case study: Guðrún Vaka, Noora Lehtonen and Madis Loik

Elisa, (age 15) has always been very preoccupied with the media and the stereotypes it produces. She does not have the figure of a model and is unhappy with her body. Her parents worry about her very much and supect that she is possibly anorexic or bulimic.

Students on this case study: Frida Grönqvist, Þórdís Alda and Klavs bokss

 Rick (age 15) has a low self-esteem and it worries him a lot that so few “like” his postings in the media. He always begins the day by counting the “likes” and compares the number with those of his peers. This has caused undue anxiety and withdrawal.

Students on this case study: Shakuntala Samuel, Hafsteinn and Greta Trofimovaitė

Stine (age 15) loves dancing and has been dancing since 5. Like so many girls she watches Youtube very much, especially music videos, in order to learn new steps. The problem is that she has begun to dress like the models in the videos and her dancing has become increasingly erotic.

Students on this case study: Janete Trestip, Aiva Stroza and Jonas Sinkevičius

John (age 15) has always been interested in computers and computer-games. When 13, he began lifting weights excessively because he wanted to look like types in the games. Now he looks more like Hulk on steroids than a normal 15 year-old boy and his attitude towards girls is rather twisted. He never looks girls in the eye but rather regards them as a piece of meat. Besides, his ideas regarding what is allowed and not allowed in sexual matters is very abnormal.

Students on this case study: Julija Kornilova, Madli Köiv and Evaldas Vélius

Bella (age 15) had a very unpleasant experience when a boy she trusted put Snapchat on the Internet where she posed naked. This Snapchat is now the main item of fun among the kids in her school. Her parents are very worried about her and whether she will be able to get over this unpleasant experience. Also, they wonder why she sent this Snapchat in the first place? Is this normal for a 15 year-old girl?