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Development and aetiology of body dissatisfaction in adolescent boys and girls
- Publication Year :
- 2015
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Abstract
- This longitudinal study aims to describe the development of body dissatisfaction (BD), measured with the Contour Drawing Rating Scale, between the ages of 14 and 18, and to identify factors associated with BD at age 18, among 413 adolescents. Between the ages of 14 and 18, the proportion of girls wanting to be thinner increased, although it remained unchanged among boys. A ratio of 1:2 girls and 1:5 boys reported having seriously tried to lose weight. Factors associated with BD in girls at age 18 were (1) wanting to be thinner, (2) body mass index (BMI), (3) weight control behaviours and (4) negative comments about weight. Factors associated with BD in boys at age 18 were (1) wanting to be thinner or bigger, (2) BMI, (3) having experienced sexual intercourse and (4) negative comments about weight. The high prevalence of BD and weight-related concerns suggest a need for early interventions. © 2014 © 2014 The Author(s). Published by Taylor & Francis.
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- application/pdf, Dion, J., Blackburn, M. E., Auclair, J., Laberge, L., Veillette, S., Gaudreault, M., Vachon, P., Perron, M. et Touchette, E. (2015). Development and aetiology of body dissatisfaction in adolescent boys and girls. International Journal of Adolescence and Youth, 20 (2). p. 151-166. ISSN 0267-3843 DOI 10.1080/02673843.2014.985320
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- Electronic Resource
- Accession number :
- edsoai.on1164815888
- Document Type :
- Electronic Resource