Cross-sectional study on body image and self-esteem among adolescents in Catalonia

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2018-03-18
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Pollina Pocallet, Mercè
Artigues i Barberà, Eva María
Guasch Clapes, Teresa
Bellmunt Bonet, Mercè
Palou Solé, Teresa
Serra Solans, Núria
Ribalta Calvet, Eva
Marsal Mora, Josep Ramon
Ortega Bravo, Marta
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Pollina Pocallet, Mercè; Artigues i Barberà, Eva María; Guasch Clapes, Teresa; Bellmunt Bonet, Mercè; Palou Solé, Teresa; Serra Solans, Núria; ... Ortega Bravo, Marta. (2018) . Cross-sectional study on body image and self-esteem among adolescents in Catalonia. Health Education and Public Health, 2018, vol. 2, núm. 2, p. 164-169. https://doi.org/10.31488/heph.118.
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Research data to evaluate crucial components of adolescence maturational process is needed and a challenge for researchers and field professionals. Objectives: Promote positive body image, healthy habits and changes in self-esteem among both boys and girls at High schools in our area, though the analysis of measurements and obtained research data. Methods: Self-reported questionnaire assessed 323 students. Physical measurements (weight, height, BMI) were registered in all participants. The questionnaire measured body image perception (Gardner body image evaluation scale), self-esteem (Rosenberg self-esteem scale) and body image concern (Adonis complex questionnaire). Results: The body image distortion score was similar by gender and it decreased by age. The body dissatisfaction score was negative and higher in girls. Body dissatisfaction score and self-esteem were related, so participants with low self-esteem showed a higher body dissatisfaction score. Clear association was also shown between body dissatisfaction score and body image concern, females had a higher body concern and dissatisfaction than males. Discussion: These local measurements provided updated data on our population and they will be taken in consideration to implement community health programs and further tailor intervention programs.
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http://hdl.handle.net/10459.1/69468
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https://doi.org/10.31488/heph.118
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Health Education and Public Health, 2018, vol. 2, núm. 2, p. 164-169
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