To mitigate the negative effects of media on girls, it's crucial to teach media literacy skills. Media literacy education can help girls critically evaluate the information they consume, identify biases and stereotypes, and develop a more nuanced understanding of the media landscape. A study published in the Journal of Adolescent Research found that girls who received media literacy education reported higher self-esteem and body satisfaction compared to those who did not receive such education (Byström & Kuppens, 2018).