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Effects of a body image curriculum for college students on improved body image

โœ Scribed by Springer, Elizabeth A. ;Winzelberg, Andrew J. ;Perkins, Rebecca ;Taylor, C. Barr

Publisher
Wiley (John Wiley & Sons)
Year
1999
Tongue
English
Weight
122 KB
Volume
26
Category
Article
ISSN
0276-3478

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โœฆ Synopsis

Objective: This study evaluated the effects of an undergraduate body image course, ''Body Traps: Perspectives on Body Image,'' on decreasing body dissatisfaction, weight concern, and disordered eating behaviors. Methods: Twenty-four undergraduate females enrolled in the body image course. Measures of body image and disordered eating patterns were assessed at baseline and at postintervention. Results: Subjects significantly decreased the frequency and severity of their body dissatisfaction and disordered eating. No changes in body mass index or global self-esteem were observed. Discussion: This is the first investigation to demonstrate that a formal, academic course can result in the reduction of both attitudinal and behavioral eating disorder risk factors. Future controlled studies need to be undertaken to substantiate this effect.

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