Adolescence and Body Image
Adolescence and Body Image

Author: Lina A Ricciardelli

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-11-19

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1317909674

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Body image is a significant issue for the majority of adolescents. Anxieties relating to body image can be crippling across both genders, their debilitating effects sometimes leading to mental health problems. This important book is the first of its kind to focus specifically on adolescents, providing a comprehensive overview of the biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors relating to the development of body image. It also provides a detailed review of the measures which can be taken to address body dissatisfaction. Discussing the role of culture, family, peers, schools, sport and media in stimulating a negative body image, the book also examines the different challenges faced by girls and boys as they grow. Eating disorders and body change strategies are also addressed, as well as the challenges faced by youngsters affected by conditions causing visible differences, such as hair loss in cancer patients.The book also presents original research, including the results from a large Australian study of the body image and associated health behaviours of adolescent boys, and the results of a study of current teaching practices relating to body image. Adolescence and Body Image will be ideal reading for students and researchers from a variety of fields, including developmental, health, and social psychology, sociology, and cultural and health studies. Professionals working with young people, whether in education, health promotion or any other allied discipline will also find this book an invaluable resource.

Relationship Between Body Image and Self-esteem of Ninth and Twelfth Graders
Relationship Between Body Image and Self-esteem of Ninth and Twelfth Graders

Author: David R. Hildebrandt

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13:

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Body image and self-esteem are areas of importance when looking at high school-aged students. Several research questions were addressed relating to the relationship between body image and self-esteem among ninth and twelfth grade males and females. Males and females in ninth and twelfth grade from a high school in west-central Wisconsin were given a five-question body image survey and a five-question self-esteem survey. Thirty-six ninth grade and 38 twelfth grade students participated in the study. Mean scores were tabulated for each of the item on the body image survey, for each item on the self-esteem survey, and for each survey as a whole. Pearson Correlation Coefficients were conducted to find possible significant correlations between body image scores and the self-esteem scores for the total group of participants, ninth grade males and females, twelfth grade males and females, and all males and all females of the participants. An independent groups t test found several significant differences between groups based on gender for both the body image survey and self-esteem survey. These findings are consistent with past research, which has suggested that females have a lower body image and self-esteem than their male counterparts. Future research has been suggested for a greater population. The results could be further generalized to promote understanding of the correlation between body image and self-esteem. Suggestions for school counselors are examined.

Body Image
Body Image

Author: Sarah Grogan

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2016-09-29

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 1317400437

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Body Image provides a comprehensive summary of research on body image in men, women, and children drawing together research findings from the fields of psychology, sociology, clothing, and gender studies. This third edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the significant increase in research on body image since the previous edition, as well as the significant cultural changes in how men’s and women’s bodies are viewed. Data are also included from interviews and focus groups with men, women, and children who have spoken about their experiences of body image and body dissatisfaction, producing a comprehensive understanding of how men and women construct and understand their bodies in the twenty-first century. The only sole-authored text to provide a comprehensive view of body image research, focusing on men, women, and children, Body Image will be invaluable to students and researchers, as well as practitioners with an interest in body image and how to reduce body dissatisfaction.

Body Image
Body Image

Author: Sarah Grogan

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2002-01-04

Total Pages: 365

ISBN-13: 1134754353

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Body Image: Understanding Body Dissatisfaction in Men, Women and Children presents a review of what is presently known and the results of some new research on body image. It compares the effects of gender, sexuality, social class, age and ethnicity on satisfaction with the way we look and suggests how these differences arise. Why, for instance, are heterosexual men much happier with their body images than women or gay men? Sarah Grogan discusses the effect of media presentation of the ideal body and other cultural influences. Surprisingly, despite the almost exclusive media preference for very young female bodies, she finds that older women are not less satisfied with their bodies than younger women. Written for readers from a variety of disciplines, this clear and eclectic book will make the ideal text for students from psychology, sociology, gender and media studies.

Body Image: Social Influences, Ethnic Differences and Impact on Self-esteem
Body Image: Social Influences, Ethnic Differences and Impact on Self-esteem

Author: Rafael Vargas

Publisher: Nova Science Publishers

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781634838702

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The relationship between self-esteem and body image has been well-established such that low levels of self-esteem have been found to be associated with body image concerns. The authors review previous research on the link between low self-esteem and body image concerns and then discuss more recent research concerning the importance of contingent self-esteem in this connection. The next chapter provides a discussion on the commonness of body dissatisfaction among contemporary Western young women and suggests re-embodiment as a means of transforming this experience. Chapter 3 explores the relationship between appearance satisfaction emotional overeating, experiences of racism and BMI among Black and African American women. Ethnic identity plays an important role in the self-concept related to feelings and attitudes. Chapter 4 explores the ethnic differences in self-esteem and body image among adolescents, as well as the need to address ethnicity in prevention programs. The remaining chapters of the book focus on body image in adolescent pregnancy; magazine image influence, extraversion and body image in college males; sociocultural factors, body image factors and self-esteem on school-age males and females, the perception of self-image in older people and how it changes throughout life; an examination of how the way woman perceive themselves influences the psychosexual impact on quality of life; and finally, how people can improve or develop a healthier investment in appearance.