There is also the problem of eating disorders. Jefferson and Stake (2009:396) noted that eating disorders have become increasingly common since the 1970s, particularly among adolescent girls. Although eating disorders are significantly less common among African American women (Jefferson and Stake 2009: 398) (Parker et al 1995: 103), they are hardly unknown. It was found that white and Hispanic girls are the most likely among all ethnic groups to consider themselves overweight even if they are within a weight range considered normal, while African American women are more likely to consider themselves in good health when they are overweight (Parker et al. 1995: 103). Iijima-Hall made it a point to explain that in China, telling someone "You have gained weight" is considered a compliment and that this has led many researchers to assume that there would be less of Asian women wanting to be slim and developing a diet. troubles (1995: 9). Despite this, Iijima-Hall goes on to argue that Asian American women sometimes attempt to "correct negative images of their culture in the United States," which can lead to more eating disorders (1995:10). ). Another idea was that there would be women who would reject their country of origin and attempt to fit in by conforming to the beauty ideals set by European American standards. Previous research has shown that Asian American women are increasingly likely to