scholarly journals Quality of life and psychological functioning in pediatric obesity: the role of body image dissatisfaction between girls and boys of different ages

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (9) ◽  
pp. 2629-2638 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria João Gouveia ◽  
Roberta Frontini ◽  
Maria Cristina Canavarro ◽  
Helena Moreira
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Pediatric Obesity ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Different Ages

scholarly journals Understanding the Role of Self-Judgment in the Association between Body Dissatisfaction and Quality of Life on Normal-Weight and Overweight Portuguese Women

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cláudia Ferreira ◽  
Patrícia Fortunato ◽  
Joana Marta-Simões ◽  
Inês A. Trindade
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Body Dissatisfaction ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Psychological Quality Of Life

AbstractLiterature has demonstrated the negative impact of body image dissatisfaction on women’s quality of life. Nonetheless, it has been suggested that the relationship between body dissatisfaction and women’s well-being is not linear, and that the processes that mediate this association remain unclear. This study aims to clarify the mediator role of self-judgment in the association between negative body image and psychological quality of life, in two groups: normal-weight and overweight women. This cross-sectional study comprised 200 normal-weight and 92 overweight female college students, aged between 18 and 24 years old, that completed self-report instruments of body dissatisfaction, self-judgment, and quality of life. Results showed that women who presented harsher self-judgment about their perceived failures tended to present lower levels in all quality of life domains. Also, results from mediation analyses indicated the relationship between body dissatisfaction and psychological quality of life was significantly mediated by the mechanisms of self-judgment in the two BMI groups (95% CI [–2.41 to –0.04]; 95% CI [–6.35 to –.89]). This mediational model accounted for 28.3% and 40.7% of psychological quality of life in the normal-weight and overweight groups, respectively. These results suggest that a lower ability to deal with one’s failures or inadequacies (e.g., negative evaluation of body image) in a kind and accepting manner may significantly increase the negative impact of body dissatisfaction on one’s psychological quality of life. In this way, it seems that, the focus of interventions should go beyond body dissatisfaction and also target the development of adaptive attitudes (opposed to self-critical attitudes) to deal with negative body-related experiences.

scholarly journals Body image dissatisfaction in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. e000255 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sophie Elizabeth Beese ◽  
Isobel Marion Harris ◽  
Janine Dretzke ◽  
David Moore
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel Disease ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Narrative Analysis ◽  
Bowel Disease ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel

Background and aimsLittle is known about the relationship between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and body image. The aim of this systematic review was to summarise the evidence on body image dissatisfaction in patients with IBD across four areas: (1) body image tools, (2) prevalence, (3) factors associated with body image dissatisfaction in IBD and (4) association between IBD and quality of life.MethodsTwo reviewers screened, selected, quality assessed and extracted data from studies in duplicate. EMBASE, MEDLINE, PsycINFO and Cochrane CENTRAL were searched to April 2018. Study design–specific critical appraisal tools were used to assess risk of bias. Narrative analysis was undertaken due to heterogeneity.ResultsFifty-seven studies using a body image tool were included; 31 for prevalence and 16 and 8 for associated factors and association with quality of life, respectively. Studies reported mainly mean or median scores. Evidence suggested female gender, age, fatigue, disease activity and steroid use were associated with increased body image dissatisfaction, which was also associated with decreased quality of life.ConclusionThis is the first systematic review on body image in patients with IBD. The evidence suggests that body image dissatisfaction can negatively impact patients, and certain factors are associated with increased body image dissatisfaction. Greater body image dissatisfaction was also associated with poorer quality of life. However, the methodological and reporting quality of studies was in some cases poor with considerable heterogeneity. Future IBD research should incorporate measurement of body image dissatisfaction using validated tools.

scholarly journals Interdisciplinary lifestyle therapy improves binge eating symptoms and body image dissatisfaction in Brazilian obese adults

2012 ◽  
Vol 34 (4) ◽  
pp. 223-233 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joana Pereira de Carvalho-Ferreira ◽  
Marcos Alberto Taddeo Cipullo ◽  
Danielle Arisa Caranti ◽  
Deborah Cristina Landi Masquio ◽  
Stephan Garcia Andrade-Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Binge Eating ◽  
Body Dissatisfaction ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Anxiety Symptoms ◽  
Obese Adults ◽  
Positive Correlation

INTRODUCTION: Obesity is related to numerous negative consequences for physical and mental health. It is often associated with the presence of binge eating disorder, body image dissatisfaction, and general psychopathology. OBJECTIVE: To assess the effects of an interdisciplinary lifestyle therapy on binge eating symptoms, depression, anxiety, body dissatisfaction, and quality of life in obese adults. METHODS: A total of 49 obese adults (body mass index = 37.35±5.82 kg/m²; age = 44.14±10.00 years) participated in a weight-loss program for 6 months. Symptoms suggestive of binge eating, body dissatisfaction, depression, anxiety, and quality of life were measured using self-reported questionnaires. Food intake was assessed using a 3-day dietary record. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA). RESULTS: ANOVA results showed a reduction in binge eating symptoms and in body dissatisfaction results. Depression and anxiety symptoms also decreased, and an increase was observed in quality of life scores. After therapy, a significant improvement was observed in dietary patterns, as well as significant weight loss. A positive correlation was found between variation of anxiety symptoms and lipid intake. Binge eating symptoms were associated with anxiety symptoms and body image dissatisfaction, and body image dissatisfaction correlated positively with anxiety symptoms in males only. In females, a positive correlation was observed between depression and binge eating symptoms. CONCLUSION: The interdisciplinary therapy was effective in promoting positive physical and psychological changes and in improving the quality of life of obese adults.

scholarly journals Psycho-Sexual Influence of Sterilization on Women’s Quality of Life: A Path Model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Youseflu ◽  
Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Direct Effect ◽  
Indirect Effect ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Body Image Concern

Abstract Background: This study aimed to test a conceptual model considering the interrelated role of menorrhagia, body image concern, self-esteem, anxiety and depression, sexual function, on quality of life (QOL) of sterilized women.Methods: The current study was conducted as a retrospective cohort study on 200 sterilized women. Data were collected using a socio-demographic checklist, Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), Pictorial Blood Loss Assessment Chart (PBLAC), Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Body Image Concern Inventory (BICI), and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale.Results: Results show that anxiety (β =-0.51), sexual function (β =0.15) self-esteem (β =0.15), and body image dissatisfaction (β = -0.10) have a direct effect on women’s QOL. Higher level of anxiety, body dissatisfaction with direct effect can be reduce QOL. Anxiety (β =-0.05), sexual function (β =0.20), and menorrhagia (β =-0.09) with indirect effect impress QOL. Higher level of anxiety with indirect effect thorough self-esteem can worsen QOL (β =-0.05).Conclusion: Regarding the psycho-sexual influence of sterilization on women’s QOL, a comprehensive consultation about the negative consequence of sterilization before TL, and psychotherapeutic and psychosexual help after sterilization should be offered.

scholarly journals Psycho-sexual influence of sterilization on women’s quality of life: a path model

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Youseflu ◽  
Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Indirect Effect ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Path Model ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Body Image Concern

Abstract Background Tubal ligation, as a permanent contraception method, have a negative and positive impact on women’s life. This study aimed to test a conceptual model considering the interrelated role of menorrhagia, body image concern, self-esteem, sexual function, anxiety and depression on quality of life (QOL) of sterilized women. Methods The current study was conducted as a cross-sectional study on 200 sterilized women. Data were collected using a socio-demographic checklist, Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), pictorial blood loss assessment chart, female sexual function index, hospital anxiety and depression scale, body image concern inventory, and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and path analysis. Results Results show that anxiety, sexual function, self-esteem, and body image dissatisfaction have a direct effect on women’s QOL. Higher level of anxiety, and body dissatisfaction directly reduce QOL. Sexual function, and menorrhagia, with an indirect effect through anxiety, reduces QOL. Higher level of anxiety with indirect effect thorough self-esteem can worsen QOL. Also, sexual function indirectly affects QOL through anxiety. Conclusion It looks that the proposed predictors of this model are greatly important. These findings give support for a hypothetical model in which betterment in SF, body image satisfaction, self-esteem, anxiety, and menorrhagia led to a good QOL of sterilized women. Hence, in designing care for sterilized women, these factors should be considered.

scholarly journals Relationship Among Body Image, Anthropometric Parameters and Mental Health in Physical Education Students

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 177-187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandro Legey ◽  
Murilo Khede Lamego ◽  
Eduardo Lattari ◽  
Carlos Campos ◽  
Flávia Paes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Body Image ◽  
University Students ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Mood States ◽  
Anthropometric Measures ◽  
Health Parameters

Background The prevalence of body image dissatisfaction (BID) is currently high. Given that psychological well-being is associated with the body measurements imposed by esthetic standards, BID is an important risk factor for mental disorders. Objective Identify the prevalence of BID, and compare anthropometric and mental health parameters between individuals satisfied and dissatisfied with their body image. Method A total of 140 university students completed the silhouette scale to screen for BID. Anthropometric measures, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and body fat percentage (BFP) were used. To investigate mental health, The State-Trait Anxiety Inventories (STAI-S and STAI-T), Profile of Mood States (POMS) scale and Quality of Life (QOL-36) questionnaire were used to investigate mental health. The Student’s t-test was applied to compare anthropometric and mental health parameters. Results 67.1% of university students exhibited BID. There was a significant difference (p = 0.041) in BF and WC (p = 0.048) between dissatisfied and satisfied individuals. With respect to mood states, significant differences were observed for anger (p = 0.014), depression (p = 0.011), hostility (p = 0.006), fatigue (p = 0.013), mental confusion (p = 0.021) and total mood disturbance (TMD) (p = 0.001). The mental aspect of QOL was significantly higher (p = 0.001) in satisfied university students compared to their dissatisfied counterparts. Conclusion BID was high and it seems to be influenced by anthropometric measures related to the amount and distribution of body fat. This dissatisfaction may have a negative effect on the quality of life and mood state of young adults.

scholarly journals POS1454-HPR AESTHETIC IMPAIRMENT IN PATIENTS WITH SYSTEMIC SCLEROSIS: A CASE CONTROL STUDY USING A SEMI-QUANTITATIVE SCALE FOR BODY IMAGE ASSESSMENT

2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 1011.1-1011
Author(s):  
M. M. Farhat ◽  
P. Guerreschi ◽  
S. Morell-Dubois ◽  
V. Deken ◽  
J. Labreuche ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Systemic Sclerosis ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Statistical Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Good Tool ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background:Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a fibrotic autoimmune disease characterized by dermatological involvement. Skin involvement can alter appearance, which can have a psychological impact(1). Assessment of body image could be central in optimizing care. Yet, data are scarce(2).Objectives:The main objective of our study was to assess aesthetic impairment measured on a visual aesthetic scale (AES) (3) in patients with SSc compared to a group of healthy subjects. Secondary objectives were to assess associations between aesthetic impairment and standardized questionnaires for aesthetic impairment as well as clinical, biological, psychological/quality of life, and functional parameters of SSc.Methods:The “Sclero-esthet” study is a descriptive single-center study of two populations: patients with SSc, included in a referral center for systemic and autoimmune diseases at Lille Hospital, France, and healthy controls.Results:This study, from January 2017 to October 2017, included 88 patients (69 [78.4%] women) with a median age of 52 years (range: 43 to 59) and 88 controls (49 [55.7%] women) with a median age of 45 years (range: 32 to 55). Perception of physical changes assessed using the AES was greater in cases than in controls (3.7 ± 0.3 vs 2.8 ± 0.3, p=0.028), with statistical correlation with ASWAP. SSc patients with anxiety or depressive symptoms had significantly higher AES scores. Cases presented poorer quality of life than controls.Conclusion:The AES appears to be a good tool to evaluate aesthetic impairment. Correlations found with psychological and quality of life parameters support the need to improve patient management in this field.References:[1]Cash TF. Body image: past, present, and future. Body Image 2004;1(1):1–5.[2]Benrud-Larson LM, Heinberg LJ, Boling C, Reed J, White B, Wigley FM. Body image dissatisfaction among women with scleroderma: extent and relationship to psychosocial function. Health Psychol mars. 2003;22(2):130–9.[3]Nguyen C, Ranque B, Baubet T, Bérezné A, Mestre-Stanislas C, Rannou F, et al. Clinical, Functional and Health-Related Quality of Life Correlates of Clinically Significant Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Systemic Sclerosis: A Cross-Sectional Survey. PLoS ONE 2014;9(2).[4]Heinberg LJ, Kudel I, White B, Kwan A, Medley K, Wigley F. Assessing body image in patients with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma): Validation of the Adapted Satisfaction with Appearance Scale. Body Image 2007;4(1):79–86.Disclosure of Interests:None declared

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