Browsing by Subject "Body image"
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Body Image Dissatisfaction and Disordered Eating in NCAA Division III Collegiate Student-Athletes
(2014-04)Distorted body image influencing eating behaviors is a growing issue that is prevalent among society and athletics. It is important for healthcare providers to investigate the psychosocial aspects of eating disorders and ... -
Body image perception in athletes versus non-athletes
(2010-05-07)The purpose of this study was to find if there was a relationship when measuring body image perception between athletes and non-athletes. -
Body image perception in athletes versus non-athletes
(2010-05-07)The purpose of this study was to find if there was a relationship when measuring body image perception between athletes and non-athletes. -
Body Regard as a Moderator of Anxiety and Suicide Ideation
(2021-04)Anxiety has shown strong associations with suicidal ideation and attempts; yet many who experience anxiety do not develop suicidal ideation. A factor that may impact this relationship is body regard. Low body regard is ... -
Body Regard as a Moderator of Pain Endurance and NSSI
(2021-04)People who engage in NSSI have been found to endure physical pain for larger quantities of time compared to those who do not self-injure, and this endurance has been associated with increased engagement in NSSI behavior. ... -
Consequences of Self-Objectification and Body Discrepancies
(2014-04)With growing emphasis on male physique in the media, men may experience self-objectification, body image discrepancies, body shame, and disordered eating but research has not really examined these associations. The purpose ... -
The development of the Salisbury scale : an inventory to measure female sexual body comfort
(1986)An attitudinal inventory of feeling statements regarding female sexual body comfort was formulated using a Likert scale. Female sexual body comfort was defined as the degree of satisfaction and ease a woman has in ... -
Effects of electrical stimulation on perceived body satisfaction and tone of the gluteal muscles
(2010-05-06)This study compared the effects of electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to volitional exercise on the tone of the buttocks muscles, hip circumference, and perceived satisfaction with the buttocks region. Seventy-two females, ... -
Gendered factors influencing tanning
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Hegemonic masculinity as a predictor of body satisfaction
(University of Wisconsin--Stout. Research Services, 2016-04)The relationship between men and body satisfaction is a topic with increased traction within the academic community. However, there is currently no model in place that measures body satisfaction, and without a complete ... -
The impact of "Winning Weighs" weight control program on perceived body image
(1991)The Body Esteen Scale (BES) was administered and weights and body fat percentages were obtained for 75 Ss (61F, 14M). Subjects (20-66 years of age) were assessed at the beginning, end, and 4 months following a weight control ... -
Perceived body image : selected lifestyle practices and their relationship to physical self-esteem
(1993)This study examined physical self-esteem in 302 college age females with special attention to the perceived physical appearance subdomain. Further investigation addressed body image and nutritional and exercise practices ... -
Perceived body image : selected lifestyle practices and their relationship to physical self-esteem
(1993-07-26)5203 This study examined physical self-esteem in 302 college age females with special attention to the perceived physical appearance subdomain. Further investigation addressed body image and nutritional and exercise practices ... -
THE PROCESS OF DECIDING TO LOSE WEIGHT: A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF YOUNG WOMEN
(2010-05)Obesity is a major problem in the United States. Since 1990, obesity prevalence has doubled in adults, and overweight prevalence has tripled in children and adolescents. The prevalence of both overweight and obesity continues ... -
Relationship between body image and body composition, physical condition and weight concerns of female college freshmen
(1988-07-05)Thirty - three female college freshmen were studied to compare the perceptions of body image to direct measurement of select variables which influence body image. Subjects were required to complete the Body Esteem Scale ... -
Relationship between Facebook and body esteem comparing college women
(University of Wisconsin--Stout. Research Services, 2014-04)As of March 2013, Facebook recorded having 1.11 billion active members worldwide (Associated Press, 2013). Research reveals a staggering amount of college students are users of Facebook. Considering Facebook’s prevalence ...