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Body image and eating behaviors: A latent profile analysis
Alexandra Malia Jackson1, Anne E Cox2, Yoshie Sano1
1Human Development, Washington State University, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686, USA.
Body Image
|May 9, 2022
Summary
This study reveals distinct body image profiles, showing that negative body image is linked to unhealthy eating behaviors. Understanding these profiles can help tailor interventions for better eating habits.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Body image is complex, with limited understanding of how positive and negative aspects interact.
- Research on body image and eating behaviors often overlooks the coexistence of positive and negative perceptions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify distinct body image profiles in adults using a person-centered approach.
- To explore the relationship between these body image profiles and eating behaviors.
- To examine how demographic factors (sex, age, race, marital status) influence profile membership.
Main Methods:
- Latent profile analysis was used to categorize 288 US adults into body image profiles.
- Participants completed surveys on body appreciation, dissatisfaction, weight bias internalization, and eating behaviors.
- Statistical analysis explored associations between profile membership, demographics, and eating patterns.
Main Results:
- Four distinct body image profiles were identified: appreciation & mild dissatisfaction, functional appreciation & moderate dissatisfaction, strong dissatisfaction, and strong appreciation.
- Women and younger adults were more represented in profiles with higher negative body image.
- Profiles encompassing negative body image showed significantly lower adaptive and higher maladaptive eating behaviors.
Conclusions:
- Positive and negative body image can coexist, forming clinically relevant profiles.
- Specific body image profiles are associated with varying risks for disordered eating.
- Findings suggest potential for targeted screening and interventions for body image and eating behaviors.
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