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The Relationship Between Objectified Body Consciousness and Wellness in a Group of College Women

Year: 2004

Type: article

Abstract: Objectified body consciousness theory provides a framework for understanding young women's negative body experiences and their impact on well‐being. This study examined the impact of body surveillance, body shame, and appearance control beliefs, the 3 components of objectified body consciousness, on wellness in college women. Data indicated a negative relationship between body surveillance and body shame and several components of wellness and a positive relationship between appearance control beliefs and aspects of wellness. Implications are examined.

Source: Journal of College Counseling

DOI: 10.1002/j.2161-1882.2004.tb00246.x

Authors: Stacey L. Sinclair, Jane E. Myers

Institutions: San Diego State University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Language: English

Topic: Eating Disorders and Behaviors

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2062448880

FWCI: 0.81

Cites: 42

Cited by: 75

Related to: 10