Social Aspects of Body Image: Perception of Normalcy of Weight and Affect of College Undergraduates

1977 ◽  
Vol 45 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1035-1040 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan H. Gray
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Actual Body ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Social Characteristics ◽  
Actual Body Weight ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Perceptual Distortion ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Relationship Of

Two aspects of body image, perception of normalcy of weight and affect, were studied by means of a paper-and-pencil test with 62 male and 117 female undergraduates. The relationship of the social characteristics of sex, age, race, and actual body weight (underweight, normal weight, overweight) to body-image distortion was investigated. Individuals who were underweight or overweight were more likely to perceptually distort their weight-related appearance than were normal weight respondents. Among those who misperceived their weight-related appearance, both underweight and overweight persons tended to normalize their appearance. Among those who misperceived their weight-related appearance, sex was also related to the type of perceptual distortion experienced. Females tended to perceive themselves as appearing heavier, whereas males tended to perceive themselves as appearing lighter, than they actually were. There was no relationship between perceptual distortion of body weight and body affect. Age, race, and actual body weight were related to affect. Affect was more negative among young respondents than older respondents. White individuals had poorer affect scores than non-whites. Overweight respondents also had more negative affect scores than other respondents.

scholarly journals Percepção da imagem corporal e indicadores antropométricos e de composição corporal associados em idosos

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 525-534
Author(s):  
Iasmim Batista Correia ◽  
Nathalie De Almeida Silva ◽  
Paulo Granges e Silva ◽  
Tarciana Nobre de Menezes
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Body Image ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Body Image Dissatisfaction ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
The Body ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Body Image Perception

Aging leads to psychological losses and various physical changes that, associated with body-stereotyped patterns imposed by society, can cause disturbances in the body image perception (BIP) in the elderly. The aim of this study was to evaluate BIP in older adults living in the city of Campina Grande / PB and its relationship with different anthropometric and body composition indicators. This cross-sectional study was carried out with older adults of both sexes enrolled in the Family Health Strategy of Campina Grande, PB. BIP was considered as a dependent variable and body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), triceps skinfold (TSF), and arm fat area (AFA) as independent variables. The association between BIP and anthropometric indicators was verified using the Pearson chi-square test (X²), simple and multiple logistic regression, with significance level of p <0.05. Overall, 420 older adults were interviewed (68.1% women), of whom 409 reported their actual body image perception. Regarding the perception of idealized body image, 11 individuals did not respond and 230 were satisfied, since 179 desired another silhouette. Individuals with BMI indicative of overweight / obesity were more likely of showing body image dissatisfaction compared to those with normal weight. Subjects with excessive TSF showed greater body image dissatisfaction in relation to those with normal weight. Women were more likely of showing body image dissatisfaction. Thus, it was observed that variables BMI, TSF and sex were independently associated with body image satisfaction.

Aspects of body image perception in obese and normal-weight youngsters

1978 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 361-371 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gloria R. Leon ◽  
Kelly M. Bemis ◽  
Mary Meland ◽  
Daniel Nussbaum
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Body Image Perception

scholarly journals Self-perception of Body Weight and Physical Activity with its Relationship to Actual Body Weight among Students in a Medical College: An Analytical Cross-sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
T Prathiba ◽  
G Rajkumar ◽  
M Anbarasi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Actual Body ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Strong Positive Correlation ◽  
Actual Body Weight ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Introduction: Obesity and sedentary life style are becoming more prevalent among the student generation. Every human being has a very good insight about the outlook. But many are not able to maintain what they perceive. During this survey, the students get a vivid picture of their real body weight and their perception of their body structure. Aim: To compare the self-perceived body weight with actual body weight among medical students and to analyse the perceptions and practice of medical student’s related to physical activity. Materials and Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study included 400 medical students. Self-perceived body image was assessed using Silhouette matching technique. Students represented the figure how they currently look (Feel) and how they actually wanted to look (Ideal). The Feel minus Ideal Discrepancy (FID) score was noted. Actual body weight and height were measured. Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated using the Quetelet formula- weight(Kg)/height(metres)2. Perceptions and practice of physical activity were assessed using Exercise Benefits/Barrier Scale (EBBS). Comparison of perceived and actual body weight was done by Student’s Independent t-test and Pearson correlation test using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 17.0. Results: The actual BMI and perceived BMI showed strong positive correlation (r= 0.726; p=0.0001). Males had high exercise benefit scores (92) when compared with females (86) (p=0.0002). The students had high total score (benefit score plus barrier score); males had 127 and females had 124 (p=0.003) and high benefit/barrier ratio. Conclusion: Actual BMI and self-perceived BMI were well correlated indicating participant’s awareness of their body image. Male participants were more actively involved in physical activity and more concerned about maintaining their body weight. All students had higher benefit scores which is a favourable sign towards a healthy and active physical life.

scholarly journals Analysis of Health-Related Behaviors of Adult Korean Women at Normal BMI with Different Body Image Perceptions: Results from the 2013–2017 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHNES)

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (15) ◽  
pp. 5534
Author(s):  
Seyeon Park ◽  
Jieun Shin ◽  
Seunghui Baek
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
National Health ◽  
Nutrition Examination Survey ◽  
Korean Women ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
Health Related Behaviors ◽  
Health Related

The tendency of misperceiving one’s body image was found to be higher among those at normal body mass index (BMI). Thus, the present study aims to provide basic data to seek solutions for ideal physical activities and right body image perception by comparing health-related behaviors of women at normal BMI. Among the 39,225 respondents from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHNES) conducted from 2013 to 2017, 10,798 adult women with World Health Organization (WHO) BMI Classifications of 18.5 ≤ BMI < 25 (Asia-Pacific) were considered, from which pregnant and breast-feeding women and women whose body image perception was not identified were excluded, leading to a total of 9288 women. Data were analyzed utilizing SAS ver. 9.4 for frequency analysis, cross tabulation, GLM (generalized linear model), and logistic regression analysis with complex samples design, in conformity with the guidelines of the KNHNES. The results showed that approximately most (87.6%) of adult Korean women misperceived their body image. Misperception of body image was related to inappropriate health-related behaviors such as smoking, insufficient sleeping, and excessive body weight management; those who had underestimated their body image (≤64 odds ratio (OR) (0.718 (confidence interval (C.I.) 0.594–0.866))) carried out fewer health-related behaviors, while women aged 65 or above engaged in more health-related behaviors when they perceived themselves as obese (OR 1.683 (C.I. 1.260–2.248; overestimation)). To sum up, it was found that lack of health management, inappropriate body weight control, and health-related behaviors are related to body image misperception compared with real BMI. As such, it is necessary to have educational programs to encourage building proper perception of one’s body image and body weight, and to carry out health-related behaviors.

scholarly journals Body image perception in relation to recent weight changes and strategies for weight loss in a nationally representative sample in the European Union

1999 ◽  
Vol 2 (1a) ◽  
pp. 143-151 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sinead McElhone ◽  
John M Kearney ◽  
Ismene Giachetti ◽  
Hans-Joachim Franz Zunft ◽  
J Alfredo Martínez
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Regional Distribution ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Weight Changes ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
The Eu

AbstractObjectivesTo assess body image perception and satisfaction with current body image across the EU and to explore the influence of sociodemographic variables, body-weight change and strategies for losing weight on body image perception.DesignA cross-sectional study in which quota-controlled, nationally representative samples of approximately 1000 adults from each country completed a face-to-face interview-assisted questionnaire.SettingThe survey was conducted in the 15 member states of the EU between March and April 1997.SubjectsThe questionnaire was completed by 15 239 subjects (aged 15 years and upwards). Data were weighted by population size for each country and by sex, age and regional distribution within each member state.ResultsJust 39% of respondents in the EU were satisfied with their weight and these were more likely to be male (46%) rather than female (31%). Across the EU 29% of Finnish subjects were content with their weight compared with 47% in Belgium and 48% in Luxembourg. The highest percentage of subjects who were content with their body weight was among females who were underweight (58%) and males who were normal weight (66%). A further 20% of underweight females wished to be lighter compared to only 5% of males. Diet was the most frequently selected method for losing weight especially among females wishing to be considerably lighter (27%) while males were as likely to use exercise as diet as a strategy to lose weight.ConclusionsGeographical and sociodemographical influences on body image perception are evident across the EU. There were clear gender differences in the desire to be thinner with a high proportion of females who were underweight being content to be so.

Toxicity and effectiveness of carboplatin in obese or overweight patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 1328-1335 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Grueso Cuesta ◽  
Jaime E Poquet Jornet ◽  
Juan M Gasent Blesa ◽  
Antonio Valdivia Perez ◽  
Francisco J Carrera Hueso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Overall Survival ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Actual Body ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Progression Free Survival ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Actual Body Weight ◽  
Free Survival ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Dose Reductions

Objective To evaluate the efficiency and toxicity of carboplatin using actual body weight in obese/overweight patients using the Calvert formula with Cockcroft–Gault for CrCl estimation. Methods We evaluated the association of BMI in regards to efficiency and toxicity in a retrospective cohort study of patients who started treatment with carboplatin between 2012 and 2013. Cohorts included obese/overweight patients and normal-weight patients. Efficiency was measured by overall survival, progression-free survival and response rate. Toxicity was measured by the proportion of dose reductions and delays of chemotherapy cycles. We utilized a bivariate and multivariate analysis. Results Eighty-six patients were included in the study (50% obese/overweight). There was not a statistically significant difference in effectiveness and toxicity between the two groups in BMI. In the multivariate analysis, BMI not was associated with overall survival (hazard ratio: 0.95, 95% CI: 0.54–1.66, p = 0.849), progression-free survival (hazard ratio: 0.91; 95% CI: 0.54–1.54; p = 0.732), cycle delays (odds ratio (OR): 1.47, 95% CI: 0.80–2.69, p = 0.218) or carboplatin dose reductions (OR: 0.87, 95% CI: 0.35–2.15, p = 0.760). Response rate was 53.5% in both groups. Conclusions In our study, obese and overweight cancer patients did not show a statistically significant difference in terms of effectiveness and toxicity compared to normal-weight cancer patients who were treated with carboplatin using their actual body weight with the Calvert formula and Cockcroft–Gault for CrCl estimation. Therefore, it was appropriate to use the actual body weight for our patients.

scholarly journals A Novel Mobile Tool (Somatomap) to Assess Body Image Perception Pilot Tested With Fashion Models and Nonmodels: Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina Ralph-Nearman ◽  
Armen C Arevian ◽  
Maria Puhl ◽  
Rajay Kumar ◽  
Diane Villaroman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Actual Body ◽  
Emotional Valence ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Discrepancy Scores ◽  
Fashion Models ◽  
Individual Body ◽  
3D Avatar

BACKGROUND Distorted perception of one’s body and appearance, in general, is a core feature of several psychiatric disorders including anorexia nervosa and body dysmorphic disorder and is operative to varying degrees in nonclinical populations. Yet, body image perception is challenging to assess, given its subjective nature and variety of manifestations. The currently available methods have several limitations including restricted ability to assess perceptions of specific body areas. To address these limitations, we created Somatomap, a mobile tool that enables individuals to visually represent their perception of body-part sizes and shapes as well as areas of body concerns and record the emotional valence of concerns. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to develop and pilot test the feasibility of a novel mobile tool for assessing 2D and 3D body image perception. METHODS We developed a mobile 2D tool consisting of a manikin figure on which participants outline areas of body concern and indicate the nature, intensity, and emotional valence of the concern. We also developed a mobile 3D tool consisting of an avatar on which participants select individual body parts and use sliders to manipulate their size and shape. The tool was pilot tested on 103 women: 65 professional fashion models, a group disproportionately exposed to their own visual appearance, and 38 nonmodels from the general population. Acceptability was assessed via a usability rating scale. To identify areas of body concern in 2D, topographical body maps were created by combining assessments across individuals. Statistical body maps of group differences in body concern were subsequently calculated using the formula for proportional z-score. To identify areas of body concern in 3D, participants’ subjective estimates from the 3D avatar were compared to corresponding measurements of their actual body parts. Discrepancy scores were calculated based on the difference between the perceived and actual body parts and evaluated using multivariate analysis of covariance. RESULTS Statistical body maps revealed different areas of body concern between models (more frequently about thighs and buttocks) and nonmodels (more frequently about abdomen/waist). Models were more accurate at estimating their overall body size, whereas nonmodels tended to underestimate the size of individual body parts, showing greater discrepancy scores for bust, biceps, waist, hips, and calves but not shoulders and thighs. Models and nonmodels reported high ease-of-use scores (8.4/10 and 8.5/10, respectively), and the resulting 3D avatar closely resembled their actual body (72.7% and 75.2%, respectively). CONCLUSIONS These pilot results suggest that Somatomap is feasible to use and offers new opportunities for assessment of body image perception in mobile settings. Although further testing is needed to determine the applicability of this approach to other populations, Somatomap provides unique insight into how humans perceive and represent the visual characteristics of their body.

Indeks Jisim Badan (BMI) dan Hubungannya dengan Persepsi Imej serta Kepuasan Berat Badan dalam Kalangan Remaja

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1-5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mai Shihah Abdullah ◽  
Wan Nur Syahida Wan Kamaruddin
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
The Body ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Weight Satisfaction ◽  
Highly Correlated

This study was conducted to examine the body image perception and body weight satisfaction among teenagers in relation to their Body Mass Index (BMI) trend. Two instruments were administered; the questionnaire, body image perception and the body weight satisfaction among 1200 teenagers. The body mass index (BMI) pola among of 54.41% of the teenagers fall in the normal BMI (18.5-24.9). However, there was an increasing pattern of towards overweight and obese parallel to increasing of ages. This study shows the level of accuracy of the body image perception was highly correlated to the actual BMI, r=0.77, p<0.01. Tehe relationship between body weight satisfaction and BMI is low (r=0.373). To conclude, BMI level of teenagers is at satisfactory level but there is a tendency for them to project for the body weight less than the normal range as prescribed by WHO/UNICEF (1998). Hence, a constant monitoring is indeed required to avoid issues on body weight management such as obesity and under-weight among the teenagers population.

scholarly journals Socio-Demographic Factors and Body Image Perception Are Associated with BMI-For-Age among Children Living in Welfare Homes in Selangor, Malaysia

Nutrients ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur A Rahim ◽  
Yit Chin ◽  
Norhasmah Sulaiman
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Body Shape ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Body Weight Status ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Considering the double burden of malnutrition in Malaysia, data on malnourished children living in welfare homes are limited. This study aimed to determine the body weight status of children living in welfare homes and its associated factors. A total of 307 children aged 7–17 years old living in 15 selected welfare homes completed a standardized questionnaire, and their body weight and height were measured by trained researchers. There were 54.4% orphans, 23.8% abandoned children, and 21.8% children from problematic families. There were 51.5% boys and 48.5% girls; 52.4% were Malays, followed by 31.3% Indians, 12.7% Chinese, and 3.6% from other ethnic groups. The prevalence of overweight and obesity (23.1%) was higher than the prevalence of thinness (8.5%). In bivariate analyses, socio-demographic factors of age (p = 0.003), sex (p = 0.0001), ethnicity (p = 0.001), and welfare home enrollment status (p = 0.003), and psychological factors of self-esteem (p = 0.003), body shape dissatisfaction (p = 0.0001), and underestimation of body weight status (p = 0.002), were significantly associated with body mass index (BMI)-for-age. In the multiple linear regression analysis, children who were either Malays (β = 0.492) or Chinese (β = 0.678), with a status of being abandoned (β = 0.409), with body shape dissatisfaction (β = 0.457), and underestimated body weight status (β = 0.628) significantly explained 39.7% of the variances in higher BMI-for-age (F = 39.550; p < 0.05). Besides socio-demographic background, the current findings emphasized the importance of incorporating body image perception in an obesity prevention intervention program in welfare homes.

scholarly journals A Novel Mobile Tool (Somatomap) to Assess Body Image Perception Pilot Tested With Fashion Models and Nonmodels: Cross-Sectional Study

10.2196/14115 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (10) ◽  
pp. e14115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina Ralph-Nearman ◽  
Armen C Arevian ◽  
Maria Puhl ◽  
Rajay Kumar ◽  
Diane Villaroman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Actual Body ◽  
Emotional Valence ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Image Perception ◽  
Body Image Perception ◽  
Discrepancy Scores ◽  
Fashion Models ◽  
Individual Body ◽  
3D Avatar

Background Distorted perception of one’s body and appearance, in general, is a core feature of several psychiatric disorders including anorexia nervosa and body dysmorphic disorder and is operative to varying degrees in nonclinical populations. Yet, body image perception is challenging to assess, given its subjective nature and variety of manifestations. The currently available methods have several limitations including restricted ability to assess perceptions of specific body areas. To address these limitations, we created Somatomap, a mobile tool that enables individuals to visually represent their perception of body-part sizes and shapes as well as areas of body concerns and record the emotional valence of concerns. Objective This study aimed to develop and pilot test the feasibility of a novel mobile tool for assessing 2D and 3D body image perception. Methods We developed a mobile 2D tool consisting of a manikin figure on which participants outline areas of body concern and indicate the nature, intensity, and emotional valence of the concern. We also developed a mobile 3D tool consisting of an avatar on which participants select individual body parts and use sliders to manipulate their size and shape. The tool was pilot tested on 103 women: 65 professional fashion models, a group disproportionately exposed to their own visual appearance, and 38 nonmodels from the general population. Acceptability was assessed via a usability rating scale. To identify areas of body concern in 2D, topographical body maps were created by combining assessments across individuals. Statistical body maps of group differences in body concern were subsequently calculated using the formula for proportional z-score. To identify areas of body concern in 3D, participants’ subjective estimates from the 3D avatar were compared to corresponding measurements of their actual body parts. Discrepancy scores were calculated based on the difference between the perceived and actual body parts and evaluated using multivariate analysis of covariance. Results Statistical body maps revealed different areas of body concern between models (more frequently about thighs and buttocks) and nonmodels (more frequently about abdomen/waist). Models were more accurate at estimating their overall body size, whereas nonmodels tended to underestimate the size of individual body parts, showing greater discrepancy scores for bust, biceps, waist, hips, and calves but not shoulders and thighs. Models and nonmodels reported high ease-of-use scores (8.4/10 and 8.5/10, respectively), and the resulting 3D avatar closely resembled their actual body (72.7% and 75.2%, respectively). Conclusions These pilot results suggest that Somatomap is feasible to use and offers new opportunities for assessment of body image perception in mobile settings. Although further testing is needed to determine the applicability of this approach to other populations, Somatomap provides unique insight into how humans perceive and represent the visual characteristics of their body.

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