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Methods to develop figure rating scales (FRS): A systematic review.
Ranil Jayawardena1, Piumika Sooriyaarachchi2, Masaharu Kagawa3
1Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, 00800, Sri Lanka; Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Faculty of Health, School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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|April 4, 2021
Summary
Figure Rating Scales (FRS) measure body image perception and dissatisfaction. This review details FRS development techniques, highlighting the need for ethnically diverse scales using modern technology.
Area of Science:
- Psychometrics
- Body Image Research
- Perception Science
Background:
- Figure Rating Scales (FRS) are crucial psychometric tools.
- They assess perceptions of physical appearance and body dissatisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review existing Figure Rating Scales (FRS).
- To summarize the techniques employed in their development.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was performed.
- Databases searched included PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus.
- Keywords used were 'figure rating scale' and 'Stunkard'.
Main Results:
- 24 publications were included from 466 articles.
- 22 reported original FRSs, with 2 modifications for children/babies.
- Fifteen scales used figural drawings/silhouettes; nine used photographic, video, or computer methods.
- Most adult scales had nine images, often without facial features.
- Technological advancements like 3D modeling are increasingly important.
Conclusions:
- FRS development combines traditional and modern techniques.
- Future research should prioritize developing and validating ethnic-specific FRSs.
- Modern technology integration is key for future FRS advancements.
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