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  • 1School of Public Administration, Hohai University, Nanjing, China.

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This study found that positive body image in Chinese college students is multi-dimensional and can be categorized into three levels: low, general, and high. Positive body talk was a significant predictor of overall positive body image.

Keywords:
Chinese college studentslatent profile analysismeasurement invariancepositive body image

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Body Image Research

Background:

  • Previous research on positive body image often relied on single measurements, leading to misunderstandings.
  • A positive psychology perspective and holistic theory are crucial for understanding body image.
  • The multi-dimensional nature of positive body image requires nuanced exploration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multi-dimensional concept of positive body image in the Chinese context.
  • To integrate and examine three key measures of positive body image.
  • To assess the overall level and identify latent categories of positive body image among Chinese college students.

Main Methods:

  • Surveyed 670 Chinese college students using validated scales for body appreciation, functionality, acceptance, and positive body talk.
validation
  • Employed confirmatory factor analysis to validate the multi-dimensional structure of positive body image.
  • Utilized latent profile analysis to identify distinct categories of positive body image.

    • Main Results:

    • The three measures demonstrated good validity and measurement invariance across genders in the Chinese college student population.
    • Chinese college students' positive body image was categorized into three latent profiles: low (32.2%), general (40.4%), and high (27.4%).
    • Positive body talk significantly and positively predicted overall positive body image.

    Conclusions:

    • The study validates the multi-dimensional concept of positive body image within the Chinese cultural context.
    • The identified latent categories provide a framework for understanding diverse positive body image levels in students.
    • Findings support the use of integrated measures and highlight the importance of positive body talk for promoting student well-being.