In modern Western culture, the obese body shape is (150) regarded as unattractive. Many negative stereotypes are commonly associated (151) obese people, such as the belief that they are lazy and stupid. Obese children, teenagers and adults face a heavy social stigma. Obese children are frequently the targets of bullies and are often shunned by their peers. Most obese people have experienced negative thoughts about their body image, and many take (152) steps to try to change their shape, including dieting, the use of diet pills, and even surgery. (50)