Assessment of Binge Eating Behavior, Body Shape Concerns, and Associated Factors among Female Adolescents of Northern Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Binge eating behavior and body shape concerns are prevalent public health issues among female adolescents. This study found a significant correlation between these behaviors and identified predictors like income, severe binge eating, and obesity.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Adolescent Psychology
- Eating Disorders
Background
- Binge eating behavior is a growing public health concern, particularly affecting female adolescents.
- Body shape concerns in this demographic can precipitate body dissatisfaction and other mental health challenges.
Purpose Of The Study
- To evaluate the frequency of binge eating behavior and body shape concerns among female adolescents.
- To identify factors associated with body shape concerns in this population.
Main Methods
- A cross-sectional study involving 400 female adolescents.
- Data collection using the Arabic binge eating scale (BES) and the body shape questionnaire-shorter version (BSQ-8C).
- Statistical analyses included Spearman's correlation and binomial logistic regression.
Main Results
- 5.5% and 6.2% of participants exhibited medium and severe binge eating behavior, respectively.
- A significant positive correlation was observed between binge eating scores (BES) and body shape concerns (BSQ-8C) (rho = 0.434, p < 0.001).
- Higher body shape concerns were linked to a monthly family income of 5000-7000 SAR, severe binge eating, and obesity.
Conclusions
- Binge eating behavior and body shape concerns are significantly correlated in female adolescents.
- Family income, severity of binge eating, and obesity are key predictors of body shape concerns.
- Findings support the development of targeted interventions for this vulnerable group.
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