The Influence of Body Image towards Self-Esteem, SelfCompassion and Psychological Well-Being in Female Exerciser

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have serious health issues, affecting female health, causing body disfigurement, lowers self- esteem decreases the quality of life and, lifelong health consequences related to metabolic disorders. Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate, 'the impact of various clinical features of PCOS namely obesity, hirsutism, acne, menstrual irregularities on psychological well-being in adolescent girls'. Material and methods: A cross-sectional study conducted in the adolescent clinic, BHU. Tools used for data collection were a self-structured questionnaire which includes socio-demographic status, menstrual history, and anthropometric assessment. Hirsutism was assessed by the Ferriman-Gallwey scoring system, acne by the Global acne grading system, self-esteem by Rosenberg self-esteem scale, and body image by Body Image Concern Inventory scale. Statistical analysis was done by SPSS version '22'. Results: Findings of multiple regression analysis suggests that adolescent girls with hirsutism experienced poorer self-esteem (β= -2.621, p=0.01) and greater body dissatisfaction (β= 0.258, p= 0.02) than adolescents girls without hirsutism. Furthermore, obese adolescents had a lower level of self-esteem (β= -0.056, p=0.01) and negative body image (β= 0.748, p=0.01) compared with non- obese PCOS adolescents. Adolescent girls with menstrual irregularities had higher body dissatisfaction (β=0.143, p=0.05) than patients with a regular cycle. Conclusion: PCOS in adolescents having obesity, menstrual irregularities, and features of hyper-androgenism have a profound effect on psychological well being. So, the recognition of the early signs of PCOS during adolescence and early treatment can improve the quality of life.

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Baseline Descriptors of Urban Overweight/Obese Zulu Women Enrolled in a Weight Loss Intervention, South Africa (P21-034-19)

Current Developments in Nutrition ◽

10.1093/cdn/nzz041.p21-034-19 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽

Author(s):

Susanna Kassier ◽

Marjanne Senekal ◽

Anniza De Villiers

Keyword(s):

Weight Loss ◽

Body Image ◽

Energy Intake ◽

Eating Behavior ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Esteem ◽

High Energy ◽

Weight Loss Intervention ◽

Psychological Well Being ◽

Potential Barriers

Abstract Objectives Developing a profile of weight and health status, body image, eating behavior and psychological well-being of urban overweight/obese Zulu women enrolled in a weight loss intervention. Methods Body mass index (BMI) and waist-circumference was determined. The prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) was assessed according to the National Cholesterol Education Programme Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP ATP III) criteria. Total energy intake was calculated, based on a three day estimated food record. Eating behavior, presence of depression, self-esteem and general psychological well-being was assessed with the Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire (TFEQ), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale (RSES), and General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) respectively. Results The mean ± SD BMI of the group (N = 99) was 37.79 ± 7.47 kg/m2. The most prevalent MetS risk factor was central obesity, followed by high blood pressure and low HDL levels. MetS was diagnosed in 24% (n = 18) of the group for whom blood samples were available (n = 75). The majority of participants thought that they were currently overweight, however one in ten thought their weight was normal, with a desired BMI being in the overweight range. Daily energy intake was 83% of the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) for women aged 19–50 years. Depending on the cut-off used, the level of under-reporting ranged from 17.1 to 39.0%. About a quarter of the sample were depressed, with one in ten having a low self-esteem. There were no significant associations between baseline BMI and depression (BDI), self-esteem (RSQ), general psychological well-being and eating behaviour scores (TFEQ). Conclusions Potential barriers to compliance with, and remaining in the intervention included a distorted body image, with an underestimation of body weight being the norm. The frequent consumption of high fat foods, energy dense snacks, and a high energy intake over weekends, was documented. Other potential barriers included a low self-esteem and depression. Baseline screening of body image, eating behavior and psychological well being of those enrolled in a weight loss intervention is recommended to curb attrition. Funding Sources University of KwaZulu-Natal, Medical Research Council.

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Analyzing the effects of body image on college students’ self-esteem, exercise flow, and psychological well-being

İlköğretim Online ◽

10.17051/ilkonline.2021.03.71 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 20 (3) ◽

Keyword(s):

College Students ◽

Body Image ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Esteem ◽

Psychological Well Being

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Study of the effect of family communication and function, and satisfaction with body image, on psychological well-being of obese girls: the mediating role of self-esteem and depression

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health ◽

10.1186/s13034-020-00345-3 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Zabihollah KavehFarsani ◽

Roya Kelishadi ◽

Kioumars Beshlideh

Keyword(s):

Body Image ◽

Family Communication ◽

Well Being ◽

Self Esteem ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Body Image Satisfaction ◽

Psychological Well Being ◽

Mediating Role ◽

And Function

Abstract Background Obesity has become a global problem in childhood and adolescence. The objective of the present study was to investigate the impact of family communication and function, and body image satisfaction, on psychological well-being by considering: the mediating role of self-esteem and depression. Methods In this cross sectional study, 173 obese and overweight female students were selected and evaluated based on body image satisfaction, self-esteem, depression, psychological well-being, functioning, and family Communication. The proposed model was evaluated through structural equation modeling, using AMOS and SPSS software. Results Results showed that family communication and function directly affected adolescents’ psychological well-being. In addition, family communication and function, as well body image satisfaction indirectly affected psychological well-being through self-esteem and depression. Conclusion The current finding suggests that the psychological well-being of obese adolescent girls is associated with many factors, including family functioning and communication, body image satisfaction, self-esteem, and depression. The factors identified in this study may be helpful for mental health policy-makers, in planning and implementing preventive and therapeutic intervention programs.

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